Israeli settlers

The term "Israeli settlers" refers to Israeli citizens who reside in settlements in the occupied West Bank. These settlements are considered illegal under international law, although Israel disputes this. They are newsworthy due to a recent surge in violence and displacement attributed to them. Recent events include arson attacks on Palestinian villages, chasing a Palestinian school bus, forcibly displacing residents of Bedouin villages like Ras Ein al-Auja, attacks on property in Hebron resulting in injuries and livestock deaths, and storming Joseph's Tomb in Nablus. These actions have led to injuries, deaths, and the displacement of Palestinian communities, particularly in Area C of the West Bank. The UN reports unprecedented levels of attacks against Palestinians and their property. While there have been some legal victories for Palestinians against settlers, the overall trend indicates a significant escalation of settler violence and its impact on Palestinian lives and communities.