Nablus

Nablus, a city in the occupied West Bank, is experiencing a surge in violence and restrictions in early 2026. This includes fatal shootings of Palestinians by Israeli forces, attacks on mosques and property by Israeli settlers, and restrictions on education. The violence has led to significant displacement of Palestinians, the highest since October 2023. These events are newsworthy due to the escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, particularly during Ramadan, and the international condemnation of Israeli policies in the West Bank. The withholding of revenues by Israel is also impacting Palestinian education, exemplified by schools operating on reduced schedules. The situation in Nablus highlights the ongoing tensions and human rights concerns in the occupied West Bank, with the area becoming a focal point of settler violence and military actions.