West Bank

The West Bank, a Palestinian territory occupied by Israel since 1967, has recently seen heightened tensions and violent incidents involving Israeli settlers and military forces against Palestinians. Recent events include attacks on olive harvesters, fatal shootings of children, raids on homes of activists, and desecration of mosques. Politically, there have been attempts in the Knesset to advance bills that could lead to annexation of parts of the West Bank, which has drawn criticism from US officials. These developments underscore ongoing conflicts over land rights and sovereignty, making the region a focal point for international concern and diplomacy.