Why have settler pogroms surged during olive harvest season in West Bank?
Summary
The European Union and other countries have condemned violent attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians and foreign diplomats in the West Bank during the olive harvest. These attacks have increased this year and have caused concern about impunity, as Israeli authorities have not taken strong action to stop the violence.Key Facts
- Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinians and EU diplomats in the occupied West Bank during the olive harvest season.
- The number of attacks in 2024 has already surpassed the total from 2025.
- The EU expects Israel to hold attackers accountable and to take steps to prevent further violence.
- Countries like Belgium, France, Poland, and the US have condemned the attacks and called for stronger action.
- An American photojournalist was attacked by settlers, drawing attention from the US Secretary of State.
- Critics say Israeli authorities provide settlers with protection or do not restrict their actions enough.
- Observers argue that mere condemnations without consequences do not stop ongoing violence and settlement expansion.
- Calls for sanctions or serious measures against settlers and those enabling the violence were discussed but not agreed upon by the EU.
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