Israeli forces, settlers attack two West Bank mosques
Summary
Israeli forces used tear gas inside a mosque in the West Bank, making worshippers struggle to breathe. Earlier, Israeli settlers tried to set fire to another mosque nearby. The Palestinian Ministry of Religious Affairs reported that at least 13 mosques in the area have been attacked this year.Key Facts
- Israeli forces fired tear gas inside a mosque in Madama, affecting worshippers during evening prayers.
- Israeli settlers attempted to set fire to Nur al-Din Zanki Mosque in Bazariya, causing some damage.
- The Palestinian Ministry said at least 13 mosques have been attacked by Israeli forces or settlers since the start of 2024.
- Slogans with threats and a message to the US ambassador were sprayed at the attacked mosque.
- Attacks on mosques in the West Bank have increased sharply since the start of the 2023 Gaza conflict.
- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas warned about the risk of escalating religious conflict due to these attacks.
- Settlers also burned vehicles in other towns near Nablus and Bethlehem.
- The UN reported over 76 Palestinians killed and 3,800 displaced this year due to settler violence and demolitions in the West Bank.
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