Two settlers detained in connection with overnight attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
Two Israeli settlers were detained over their suspected involvement in attacks on Palestinians in several West Bank villages overnight, the IDF says.
The military says it received reports of “violent rioting” in Turmus Ayya, Sinjil, and Ein Sinya, during which “a number of Israeli citizens set fire to a house and property in the area.”
IDF troops and police officers were dispatched to the villages moments after receiving the reports, the military says, adding that the forces used riot dispersal means.
“The forces are working to locate and arrest those involved. So far, two suspects have been detained for involvement in the rioting,” the army adds.
#Ceasefire? Not in the West Bank
Tonight, dozens of settlers are attacking Palestinian villages across the West Bank.
In the village of Sinjil – Settlers set fire to two homes and at least four vehicles.
In the village of Ein Siniya – Settlers attacked and set fire to homes.
In… pic.twitter.com/nZ24wiEK5B— Yesh Din English (@Yesh_Din) January 19, 2025