Why it matters:
Humanitarian groups are raising alarms about the worsening situation in the West Bank, highlighting that Palestinian children are among the main victims of settler attacks.
The big picture:
The West Bank is home to 2.7 million Palestinians and over half a million Israeli settlers. Most countries and the UN consider Israeli settlements illegal under international law. Violence spikes during the olive harvest season, when Palestinian farmers and international volunteers are particularly vulnerable to attacks.
Key points:
- UN’s humanitarian office (OCHA) recorded 264 settler attacks in October, averaging 8 per day.
- Since 2006, OCHA has documented over 9,600 attacks; 15% occurred in 2025 alone.
- 42 Palestinian children have been killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank this year, 1 in 5 of total fatalities.
- Attacks include casualties and property damage, often with no police accountability.
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