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Communities in the West Bank are experiencing a surge of unprecedented settler violence. The recent attack on Hamida Mosque near Deir Istiya epitomises the escalating tensions, with charred furniture and carpets symbolising the unrest. "The message is clear," stated Imam Ahmad Salman, reinforcing local fears as the violence continues to spiral.

 

The region has seen a drastic increase in aggressions since the Gaza War began after Hamas's 7 October 2023 attack. The UN recorded over 260 incidents in October, marking the highest monthly figure since monitoring started in 2006. Human rights organisations report that since the conflict's resurgence, increased settler violence and restrictions have forcibly displaced over 3,200 Palestinians.

 

Just recently, masked assailants attacked areas near Beit Lid, torching property and even confronting Israeli soldiers. Arrests have been made, but the response is considered insufficient, with only four suspects detained and the majority released shortly after. The violence has led to injuries among reporters and volunteers alike, fuelled by international condemnation.

 

Military leaders, including Israel's Chief of Staff, have called settler actions a critical issue, branding them a "red line." Maj Gen Avi Bluth's statements terming these violent acts as "anarchist fringe activities" reflect the military's commitment to an assertive approach. Yet, the friction between military duty and political backing for settlers complicates the matter.

 

As tensions mount, the Israeli government has taken controversial steps, such as distributing over 100,000 weapons to security squads, alongside plans for settlement expansion. These actions underscore a divisive political climate that some argue is pushing the West Bank toward further confrontation, reported the BBC.

 

Locals such as Martin Goldberg, a London-based Israeli activist, express doubt about the exaggerated claims of attacks. He remarked, "attacks may seem minor unless they happen to you." The repeated assaults have drawn criticism for government complacency, while some local councils openly denounce the settler violence.

 

Key Takeaways:

 

• Record settler attacks in the West Bank spark military and political tensions.
• Military leaders publicly condemn violence, promising decisive action.
• Government policies supporting settlers hinder reconciliation efforts.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC 2025-11-15

 

 

Israelis violating attacking Palestinians in the West Bank are called ‘settlers’.

 

I wonder what West Bank Palestinians who choose to defend themselves will be called? 

12 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Israelis violating attacking Palestinians in the West Bank are called ‘settlers’.

 

I wonder what West Bank Palestinians who choose to defend themselves will be called? 

 

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14 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Israelis violating attacking Palestinians in the West Bank are called ‘settlers’.

 

I wonder what West Bank Palestinians who choose to defend themselves will be called? 

I'm sure the israelis will call them terrorists.

The Zionist terrorists have been doing this for decades, it is not news.

 

But the once great USA, which hates terrorists, gladly supports Zionist terrorism, as well as its own terrorists freedom fighters.

On 11/15/2025 at 7:58 AM, JimHuaHin said:

The Zionist terrorists have been doing this for decades, it is not news.

 

But the once great USA, which hates terrorists, gladly supports Zionist terrorism, as well as its own terrorists freedom fighters.

Whose goal is it to push Israel into the sea?  What is the written fate of infidels in the koran?  Why is there so much airport security? You are a bigot.

27 minutes ago, koolkarl said:

Whose goal is it to push Israel into the sea?  What is the written fate of infidels in the koran?  Why is there so much airport security? You are a bigot.

No, you are a bigot. Israelis have been trying to drive Palestinians out of their land ever since the UN gave them about half of Palestine in 1947. Israelis want ALL the land, and are committing a genocide of the Palestinians to achieve that. Anyone, like you, who doesn't see what's happened over the past 75 years is a bigot and an anti-Semite. 🥵

5 hours ago, WDSmart said:

No, you are a bigot. Israelis have been trying to drive Palestinians out of their land ever since the UN gave them about half of Palestine in 1947. Israelis want ALL the land, and are committing a genocide of the Palestinians to achieve that. Anyone, like you, who doesn't see what's happened over the past 75 years is a bigot and an anti-Semite. 🥵

Have you ever been to Israel or Gaza and spent time talking to the people?  I doubt it.  You are watching too much Aljazeera.  And since you haven't been there, you have no idea of the truth of the matter, bigot. 

7 hours ago, koolkarl said:

Whose goal is it to push Israel into the sea?  What is the written fate of infidels in the koran?  Why is there so much airport security? You are a bigot.

Straight to the deflection laced with ad hominem.

 

 

Yeah, a daddy in the sky promised them the land so ethnic cleansing is approved be an invisible lord.

On 11/17/2025 at 2:47 PM, koolkarl said:

Have you ever been to Israel or Gaza and spent time talking to the people?  I doubt it.  You are watching too much Aljazeera.  And since you haven't been there, you have no idea of the truth of the matter, bigot. 

No, I’ve never been to Israel or Gaza. I've gathered all my knowledge on this issue from CNN and online sources. I’ve never watched Al Jazeera, but I have read just a few of their articles. I’ve read many more articles from Israeli sources. The issue is pretty clear to me: both sides want to push the other out of the territory that used to be called Palestine, and the Israelis have the larger army, so they are about to achieve their objective. I believe all other countries should encourage the two parties to reach a two-state solution. I’d recommend starting with the original 1947 division of the territory.

You are a bigot and anti-Semitic. 😞 

6 hours ago, WDSmart said:

You are a bigot and anti-Semitic. 😞 

Can a Jew be antisemitic?

On 11/17/2025 at 8:32 AM, koolkarl said:

Whose goal is it to push Israel into the sea?  What is the written fate of infidels in the koran?  Why is there so much airport security? You are a bigot.

If like to point out your stupid kotan reference.

 

In your hatred against Muslims REGULARLY here you show you are a bigot.

 

From your Torah 

Deuteronomy 13:6–10
“If your brother… or your friend who is as your own soul
entices you secretly, saying,
‘Let us go and serve other gods,’
… you shall not consent to him…
but you shall surely put him to death.”

8 hours ago, JimCM said:

If like to point out your stupid kotan reference.

 

In your hatred against Muslims REGULARLY here you show you are a bigot.

 

From your Torah 

Deuteronomy 13:6–10
“If your brother… or your friend who is as your own soul
entices you secretly, saying,
‘Let us go and serve other gods,’
… you shall not consent to him…
but you shall surely put him to death.”

I see a muslim flag under your name so explains your ill conceived comments and I am not Jewish nor American.  Hope you enjoy the airport security that you caused and you forgot to quote your precious koran.  

9 hours ago, JimCM said:

Can a Jew be antisemitic?

Yes, a Jew or anyone could be anti-Semitic. In fact, from what's happening in Gaza and the West Bank right now, I'd say many Jews are anti-Semitic."

(Oh, and I suggest you look up the word "Semite" online before you respond...) 😐

On 11/17/2025 at 12:32 PM, koolkarl said:

Whose goal is it to push Israel into the sea?  What is the written fate of infidels in the koran?  Why is there so much airport security? You are a bigot.

Looks like the thumbs down have it

 

You should think about what you write on a public forum.

7 hours ago, koolkarl said:

I see a muslim flag under your name so explains your ill conceived comments and I am not Jewish nor American.  Hope you enjoy the airport security that you caused and you forgot to quote your precious koran.  

I'm not a Muslim nor Palestinian.

 

How on earth have I affected airport security?

 

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On 11/15/2025 at 7:58 AM, JimHuaHin said:

The Zionist terrorists have been doing this for decades, it is not news.

 

But the once great USA, which hates terrorists, gladly supports Zionist terrorism, as well as its own terrorists freedom fighters.

It's the lobby.

First the yanks must stop the lobby.

11 hours ago, koolkarl said:

I am not Jewish nor American

Why I'm god's name then are you supporting a terrorist state?

On 11/17/2025 at 2:47 PM, koolkarl said:

Have you ever been to Israel or Gaza and spent time talking to the people?  I doubt it.  You are watching too much Aljazeera.  And since you haven't been there, you have no idea of the truth of the matter, bigot. 

Why is Israel not allowing foreign journalists into Gaza?

Anyone who supports apartheid in Israel, separate laws, even Jew only roads, blockades, genocide, ethnic cleansing, mass murder is not sane.

Hamas can not be destroyed.

 

19 hours ago, JimCM said:

Why I'm god's name then are you supporting a terrorist state?

Your brothers are the terrorists proven time and time again through history.  I am an infidel and now your brothers are trying to infiltrate the west.

Go do something constructive for once.

But,But Donald says that's one of the wars he stopped ,plus I would not say

the Thai ,Cambodia conflict is over either ...

 

regards worgeordie

21 minutes ago, worgeordie said:

But,But Donald says that's one of the wars he stopped ,plus I would not say

the Thai ,Cambodia conflict is over either ...

 

regards worgeordie

 

    There's more to life than what Donald says 

This thread has descended into Trump / anti-Trump nonsense. 

 

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