Israeli settlers carry out series of West Bank attacks as security forces stand by - The Guardian
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Sunday, March 22, 2026
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Israeli settlers have launched a series of violent attacks across the West Bank, targeting Palestinian residents, their homes, and vehicles. According to reports from The Guardian, Al Jazeera, and The Times of Israel, settlers set fire to multiple properties while Israeli security forces reportedly observed without intervening. The violence has resulted in several casualties. Israeli opposition lawmakers have condemned the actions, with some describing the events as a 'pogrom' or comparing them to 'Kristallnacht'. The escalation follows ongoing tensions in the region and has raised significant concerns regarding the rule of law and the safety of civilian populations in the occupied territories.