Attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank have been reported to be increasing significantly. Israeli settlements in this territory are considered illegal under international law; however, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has approved plans for their expansion. This expansion coincides with a rise in violence against Palestinians, described by some as pogroms, carried out by Israelis from these settlements. United Nations experts have noted that the rate of violence termed 'settler terrorism' has escalated over the past three years, reaching a new peak in 2026. The situation has prompted strong criticism from European allies of Israel. Analysts, including Xavier Abu Eid, Mairav Zonszein, and Pat Griffith, have commented on the implications of this violence and the potential responses to it.
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Increase in Violence by Israeli Settlers in the Occupied West Bank
Reports indicate a significant increase in violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The Israeli government has approved the expansion of settlements, which are deemed illegal under international law. United Nations experts have highlighted a rise in incidents referred to as 'settler terrorism' over the past three years.
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What’s driving Israeli settler violence in the occupied West Bank?
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Increase in Violence by Israeli Settlers in the Occupied West Bank