Israeli Settlers Continue to Attack Palestinians in West Bank Nablus

West Bank/DOK UN

JAKARTA - Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians in the city of Beita, south of Nablus, in the West Bank. Settlers attacked residents and their property in the Al-Khalleh area on the outskirts of Mount Sabih (Mount Sbeih).

Violence by settlers against Palestinians and the destruction of their property has increased dramatically since the start of Israel's aggression against the Palestinians on October 7, 2023.

The indiscriminate violence carried out by Israeli settlers against Palestinian civilians and their property has drawn much condemnation.

A number of countries have imposed sanctions on Israeli settlers who are accused of committing acts of violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.

Nablus is an important city in the northern West Bank region of Palestine. Located about 49 kilometers north of Jerusalem, the historic city is strategically located in the valley between two mountains, namely Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim (Jirzim), with Mount Sabih located just south of the city of Nablus.

The area around Mount Sabih has become a center of tension and conflict due to the occupation and the attempt to build an illegal Israeli settlement post, known as Evyatar, on its peak. Local residents have consistently protested to defend their land from Israeli settlers.

Nablus also serves as one of the largest commercial and cultural centers for Palestinians. The city is known for its classical architectural heritage, traditional industries such as the production of olive soap and sweet foods (including Kinafeh), and is the location of the An-Najah National University.