Al Jazeera investigation challenges Israeli account of Heidi Levine attack
Summary
An Al Jazeera investigation found that a group of masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian olive farmers and American photojournalist Heidi Levine in the West Bank, contradicting official Israeli statements. The investigation used video and geographic evidence to show the settlers coordinated the attack while Israeli military vehicles passed nearby without intervening.Key Facts
- The attack happened on October 16 in Khirbet Abu Falah, northeast of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank.
- Heidi Levine, a 63-year-old American photojournalist, was seriously injured with broken ribs and fractured vertebrae despite wearing a press vest.
- Al Jazeera’s Data Journalism Unit verified over 20 videos and photos, mapping the attack site and settler outposts involved.
- Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office, questioned settler involvement, while the Israeli army said it was handling a confrontation.
- Evidence shows Israeli military vehicles passed the area before the attack but did not stop the settlers.
- The attackers came from a settler outpost in Area B, where Israel controls security and the Palestinian Authority manages civil matters.
- Settlers from multiple outposts gathered before moving to attack the farmers and journalists.
- Palestinian youths responded to the assault by throwing stones to protect the victims and help rescue Heidi Levine.
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