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Two Lives Lost in Jenin: A Closer Look at the Incident

November 28, 2025

In Jenin, a city in the West Bank, a troubling event unfolded. Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinian men who seemed to be giving up. They were unarmed and had their hands up. This happened during a raid in the city. A video showed the men coming out of a building. They lifted their shirts

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Violence and Control in the West Bank: A Growing Crisis

November 15, 2025

In the West Bank, violence and displacement are on the rise, particularly during the olive harvest season. On October 10, Palestinians in Beita were attacked while picking olives, resulting in 20 injuries. Just nine days later, a 53-year-old woman was beaten unconscious by a masked settler in Turmus

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West Bank Mosque Reopens After Suspected Settler Attack

November 14, 2025

In a show of resilience, Palestinians in the West Bank village of Deir Istiya gathered for Friday prayers after cleaning up their mosque. The mosque had been vandalized, with broken glass, offensive graffiti, and burn marks left behind. Villagers believe Jewish settlers were responsible for the dama

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Settlers Set Fire to Mosque in West Bank

November 13, 2025

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 som

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US Warns Israel: No West Bank Takeover

October 23, 2025

Recent events have put Israel in a tough spot. The US has made it clear that any move by Israel to take control of parts of the West Bank would mean losing all support from the US. This warning came from none other than former US President Donald Trump, who said Israel would face serious consequence

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What's Happening in the West Bank?

October 22, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, Israel's parliament has given the initial green light to a bill that would extend Israeli law to the occupied West Bank. This move is seen as a step towards annexation, a highly contentious issue as Palestinians claim this land for their future state. The vote took p

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West Bank Settlements: Netanyahu's Bold Moves and Hostage Deal Silence

August 27, 2025

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently attended a celebration for the Binyamin Regional Council in the West Bank. This event marked the construction of 17 new settlements in the area. Netanyahu praised the residents for their resilience against daily terrorist attacks and their commitment to str

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Germany's Call to Halt West Bank Settlements: A Critical Look

August 16, 2025

Germany has recently urged Israel to halt the construction of settlements in the West Bank. This call comes after Israel's finance minister announced plans to build thousands of new homes in the region. The proposed "E1" settlement and the expansion of Maale Adumim are particularly concerning. These

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Diplomats Under Fire: A Misstep in the West Bank

May 22, 2025

A diplomatic mission turned tense when Israeli soldiers fired warning shots at a large group of foreign diplomats. This group was visiting the Jenin refugee camp in the West Bank. The visit was meant to assess the humanitarian conditions in the area. The incident sparked quick criticism from many co

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Gaza's Aid Crisis: A Closer Look at the Challenges

May 22, 2025

The situation in Gaza is dire, with aid struggling to reach those in need. The United Nations is working hard to distribute supplies, but they face significant hurdles. Israeli military restrictions and fears of looting have caused major delays. The Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has an