West Bank Violence: What’s Behind the Surge of Settler Attacks on Palestinian Villages

In this concise explainer, we break down the recent spike in settler violence in the occupied West Bank, including who is involved, what happened, and the responses from Israeli authorities, Palestinian groups, and international actors. We explain the context of the shootings, arson, and property damage, the role of social media and calls for revenge, and what this means for civilians on the ground. We also outline the path to potential peace and safety measures being discussed by international observers.