SETTLER VIOLENCE

In a bold move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared his unwavering opposition to the creation of a Palestinian state. This stance comes just before the U. N. Security Council is set to vote on a U. S. -proposed resolution regarding Gaza, which hints at the possibility of Palestinian independence. Netanyahu has consistently argued that establishing...

In the West Bank, a mosque was set on fire by Israeli settlers. They also wrote hateful messages on the walls. This happened just one day after some Israeli leaders spoke out against violence by settlers. The mosque in Deir Istiya had one of its walls burned. Also, three copies of the Quran and some carpets were damaged. The settlers wrote messages in Hebrew. These ...