Church leaders, diplomats, condemn Israeli settler violence in West Bank
Summary
Church leaders and diplomats from over 20 countries visited Taybeh in the West Bank, urging for accountability of Israeli settlers following recent attacks. These attacks reportedly include setting fires and damaging property, with church leaders calling for investigations and highlighting the impact on the local Christian community.Key Facts
- Over 20 countries sent representatives to visit Taybeh, a mostly Christian town in the West Bank.
- Church leaders reported that Israeli settlers set fires near a church and brought cattle to graze on Palestinian land.
- The church leaders criticized Israeli authorities for not responding to emergency calls for help.
- They called for an investigation into the incidents and accountability for the settlers.
- The community has faced growing attacks, including damage to property and homes.
- Attacks by settlers have reportedly increased since October 2023, coinciding with intensified conflict in Gaza.
- Clergy leaders prayed at a historic church in the area where fires were set.
- In Bethlehem, settlers allegedly uprooted 1,500 olive trees, and Israeli authorities demolished a residential building.
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