Trump Officials Demand Israel Crack Down on West Bank Settlers
Summary
President Trump’s ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have called on Israel to arrest and punish those behind an attack on American journalist Heidi Levine in the West Bank. The attack was reportedly carried out by Israeli settlers, and U.S. officials are urging Israeli authorities to stop violence by settlers in the area.Key Facts
- Heidi Levine, an American photojournalist, was attacked while covering Palestinian farmers in the West Bank.
- Levine suffered serious injuries including a broken rib and fractured vertebrae.
- The attackers, described as Israeli settlers, kicked Levine for about 10 minutes and stole her belongings.
- Ambassador Huckabee called the attack a “despicable act of terror” and demanded full investigation and prosecution.
- Secretary of State Rubio urged Israel to crack down on settler violence to prevent future attacks.
- Israeli police have opened an investigation, but Prime Minister Netanyahu questioned who the attackers were.
- Huckabee, a supporter of Israel and its settlements, has condemned violent acts by settlers in the past.
- The U.S. State Department condemned criminal violence by any group and is seeking information through its embassy.
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