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West Bank Diplomats Attacked by Settlers
Israeli settlers assault EU diplomats during West Bank olive harvest.
In brief
Israeli settlers assault EU diplomats during West Bank olive harvest. Israeli settlers attacked Belgian, French, and Polish diplomats in Taybeh village, injuring French mayor Bernard Baudoux. Originally reported by Dw.
Settlers Attack Diplomats
Israeli settlers attacked Belgian, French, and Polish diplomats in Taybeh village during the West Bank olive harvest.
“Masked men reportedly surrounded a diplomatic vehicle with their off-road vehicles, then demanded identification and smashed a window.”
French Mayor Injured
French mayor Bernard Baudoux, 78, suffered minor injuries after settlers beat him with iron bars and threw him to the ground.
“They arrived completely enraged. It's the gratuitous nature of the violence that stuns me.”
Israeli Foreign Minister Condemns
Israel's foreign minister condemned settlers as 'rioters' and faulted diplomats for not coordinating with Israeli military.
“I strongly condemn the severe acts of violence by Israeli rioters in the area of Taybeh.”
Olive Harvest Violence
West Bank olive harvest season saw increased violence as settlers blocked Palestinian olive harvesting with physical force.
“Settlers have tried to stop Palestinians from harvesting their crops by using physical force.”
Netanyahu's Campaign Strategy
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's election campaign focuses on supporting Israeli settlers to gain voter support.
“In hopes of gaining their support in the upcoming election, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has championed the cause of the settlers.”
The one thing
Israeli settlers attacked Belgian, French, and Polish diplomats in Taybeh village, injuring French mayor Bernard Baudoux.
