Two Palestinians killed as settlers, Israeli forces raid West Bank village
Summary
Two Palestinian teenagers were killed during a raid by Israeli settlers and soldiers in the West Bank village of al-Mughayyir. The village has seen repeated attacks by settlers and Israeli forces, with many Palestinians wounded or killed in recent months.Key Facts
- The victims were Mohammad Na’ssan and Khalil Abu Aliya, both 19 years old.
- The killings happened when residents tried to confront settlers and Israeli soldiers fired on them.
- Snipers reportedly positioned themselves on rooftops before the killings.
- Since early 2026, at least 79 Palestinians, including 19 children, have been killed in the West Bank by settlers or Israeli forces.
- About 1,870 Palestinians have been wounded during this period.
- Settler attacks often target the village’s only main road, including attacks on vehicles.
- Israeli forces have used tear gas on mosques, and settlers have tried to set mosques on fire in nearby towns.
- International bodies like the UN have criticized the lack of accountability for these attacks and some experts say the violence resembles organized attacks against a minority group.
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