Summary
An Israeli settler set fire to a mosque in the West Bank, leading to strong international condemnation. The attack happened during a period of rising violence against Palestinians, with many incidents linked to the ongoing conflict and olive harvest season. The United Nations and other international bodies have criticized the attacks and urged Israel to protect Palestinian civilians and religious sites.
Key Facts
- An Israeli settler set fire to the Hajja Hamida Mosque in Deir Istiya, West Bank.
- The attack included anti-Palestinian graffiti and burned copies of the Quran.
- There is a reported increase in Israeli settler and military attacks on Palestinians in 2025.
- Over 167 attacks have been related to the olive harvest, injuring more than 150 Palestinians and damaging over 5,700 trees.
- The UN has warned of settler violence occurring with the support of Israeli security forces.
- The UN and Jordan have called the attacks on religious sites unacceptable and demanded accountability.
- The violence is linked to broader Israeli-Palestinian tensions and the context of Israel’s actions in Gaza.
