Settlers in the Israeli-Occupied West Bank Drive a Palestinian Family Off Its Land

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Azam AhmedFebruary 23, 2026 at 08:30 PM

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Rezeq Abu Naim, a Palestinian man from Al Mughayir village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, has been driven off his land by settlers after two years of violent attacks. The settlers, from a nearby outpost, targeted Mr. Abu Naim's home at all hours, using tactics such as vandalism, threats, and beatings. On Saturday, armed settlers violently attacked Mr. Abu Naim, his wife, daughter, and granddaughter, resulting in the shooting of his son and 14-year-old nephew by both settlers and Israeli soldiers. The incident is part of a broader effort to displace Palestinians in the West Bank, where there has been a surge in displacements, violence, and killings since October 2023. Mr. Abu Naim's family abandoned their home after the attack, leaving behind a destroyed property.

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Gaza 30% Hamas 40% Israeli soldiers 50% Al Mughayir ×260% Palestinians ×475% Israel ×380% Israeli settlers ×585% Rezeq Abu Naim ×690% West Bank ×795%

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