New York – The United Nations issued a strong condemnation on Monday regarding the escalating attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinian civilians and journalists in the occupied West Bank. The UN expressed deep concern over the increasing frequency and severity of these incidents, calling for immediate action to ensure the safety and protection of the Palestinian population.
The condemnation follows a recent surge in reported assaults, property damage, and acts of intimidation perpetrated by settlers against Palestinians in various areas of the West Bank. The UN highlighted reports of settlers attacking homes, damaging agricultural lands, and obstructing the movement of Palestinian residents. Journalists covering these events have also been targeted, hindering their ability to report on the situation.
“These acts of violence are unacceptable and undermine the prospects for a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict,” stated a UN spokesperson. “The international community must hold those responsible accountable and ensure that such incidents are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted.”
The UN reiterated its call for Israel, as the occupying power, to uphold its obligations under international law to protect the Palestinian population and prevent settler violence. The organization emphasized the need for concrete measures to disarm and restrain settlers, as well as to address the underlying drivers of the conflict.
The situation in the West Bank remains a source of grave concern, with the UN continuing to monitor developments closely. The organization reaffirmed its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at achieving a just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians, based on international law and relevant UN resolutions.
This statement comes amidst growing international pressure on Israel to address the issue of settler violence and its impact on the Palestinian population in the West Bank.
