JOURNAL ARTICLE

Settler Attacks in the West Bank Are On the Rise. Israel's New Leaders May Make it Worse.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Halpern, Orly 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the escalating violence and tensions between Palestinian residents and Israeli settlers in the West Bank, particularly highlighting the experiences of Bashar Eid, a Palestinian farmer who has faced repeated assaults from settlers. Despite some Israeli volunteers attempting to support Eid by replanting his olive trees, they were met with violent backlash from armed settlers, illustrating a broader pattern of settler aggression that has intensified in recent years. The article also discusses the implications of the new Israeli government under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which includes right-wing figures known for their extremist views, and the Biden administration's efforts to address settler violence and promote stability in the region. The situation is characterized by a lack of protection for Palestinians and increasing fears among them as violence continues unabated. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/02, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Diplomacy and International Relations
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163623004
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