The night watch: Palestinians protecting their homes from settler pogroms
Summary
Abdul Rahman Jabr and other Palestinians in the West Bank have faced increasing attacks by Israeli settlers since late 2023. In response, Palestinians are setting up fences and organizing neighborhood watches to protect their homes and land.Key Facts
- Abdul Rahman Jabr’s home in al-Mughayyir village, east of Ramallah, has been repeatedly attacked by settlers since early 2023.
- His vehicle was set on fire, windows broken, and settlers have come to his property multiple times in a short period.
- Since October 2023, over 14,700 settler attacks against Palestinians have been recorded by a Palestinian commission.
- Attacks increased by 63% in the first seven months of 2026 compared to 2025.
- Palestinian communities like Sinjil have formed unofficial night guard groups to protect homes from settlers.
- Israeli army actions have affected these Palestinian guard groups, including arrests and injuries.
- Despite dangers, many Palestinians refuse to leave their homes or give up their land.
- Efforts to protect land include installing barbed wire fences as physical barriers against settlers.
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