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Masked settlers attack European delegation during West Bank olive harvest

Original: 🟠 UPDATE Escalation of West Bank Settler Attacks During Olive Harvest Guardian reporter captured video footage of masked

Masked militants attacked a European delegation visiting the West Bank during the olive harvest season, including French clerics and Mayor Bernard Baudoux. A Guardian reporter captured video footage of the assault. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the incident. The attack comes amid reported escalation of settler violence against Palestinian farmers during the harvest period.

Why now: Video footage of a violent attack on foreign officials and clergy during the olive harvest has drawn international attention and a response from Netanyahu.

Benjamin NetanyahuBernard BaudouxWest BankThe GuardianEuropean delegation

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• 🟠 UPDATE Escalation of West Bank Settler Attacks During Olive Harvest Guardian reporter captured video footage of masked militants attacking a European delegation, including French clerics and Mayor Bernard Baudoux, in the West Bank. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu responded by… · GeoWire · 4

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