The European Union has condemned attacks by settlers in the West Bank, while the Israeli Prime Minister's office has called for evidence regarding the reported incidents.
Key facts
- •The EU spokesperson condemned violence against Palestinians, journalists, and European diplomats in the West Bank.
- •Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot reported that settlers attacked Palestinian civilians, European diplomats, and a French mayor.
- •The Israeli Prime Minister's office stated that any violence against diplomats is unacceptable but demanded verifiable evidence.
- •The Israeli government alleged that reports of the attacks are part of a campaign to damage the reputation of Jewish residents in Judea and Samaria.
- •The EU acknowledged statements from Israeli representatives who condemned the attacks.
The European Union issued a statement on Sunday strongly condemning attacks by settlers against Palestinians and European diplomats in the West Bank. The condemnation follows reports that masked individuals assaulted a group of European diplomats, a French mayor, and Palestinian civilians during the olive harvest season.
Diplomatic and Official Responses
Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot reported that the attacks involved European diplomats and a French mayor. In response, the EU spokesperson stated they expect full accountability and effective measures to prevent further violence against Palestinians, journalists, and diplomatic personnel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office responded by urging caution, stating that serious accusations require compelling evidence. The Prime Minister's office characterized the reports as part of a coordinated campaign to smear Israel and Jewish residents of Judea and Samaria during the harvest season.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Jerusalem Post.
