Israeli troops force families from homes amid settler terror campaign in West Bank
Summary
Israeli troops forced two Palestinian families to leave their homes in the West Bank village of Qusra, despite a commander’s promise to end settler violence in the area. Soldiers took over several homes for a military operation, while settlers continued to patrol the village, causing ongoing tension and fear among Palestinians.Key Facts
- Israeli troops evacuated two Palestinian families from their homes in Qusra, West Bank.
- Eight homes were taken over by soldiers for a military operation; six were later returned.
- The conflict began when settlers and soldiers blocked access to three homes, cutting water and electricity.
- Palestinian villagers faced restricted ambulance access for a sick child during the blockade.
- Israeli General Avi Bluth promised to remove settlers but the siege persisted with settlers still present.
- Palestinians reported damage and theft by soldiers inside their homes.
- The area remains dangerous after a settler killed a Palestinian resident in March, with no arrests made.
- Israeli military stated soldiers were ordered not to displace Palestinians but did not explain why homes were occupied.
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