Brother of Slain Settler Responds to US Ambassador's Video

Amishav Malt, the bereaved brother of Bneiahu Malt, who was killed in a terror attack, has responded to a video posted by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Hammer during his visit to the Palestinian village of Turmus Ayya. Amishav Malt stated that he was the driver of the "Ranger" vehicle that Ambassador Hammer filmed approaching the area of the visit. He claims the incident was presented inaccurately and does not reflect the actual circumstances.

Malt explained that their shepherd reported dozens of vehicles gathering at the edge of the village, an area that has recently been the site of attacks and arson against them. Following this report, he drove the security vehicle to investigate, while also informing the IDF. He stated that upon arrival, they saw media personnel and participants of the visit, and no confrontation occurred. They exchanged greetings and continued on their way, and shortly thereafter, the army informed them that the visit was coordinated.

Despite these circumstances, Malt asserted that he and his colleagues were wrongly portrayed in the media as "dangerous settlers." He highlighted his status as a bereaved brother, having recently buried his brother Bneiahu, who he said was murdered in the Samaria region while confronting Arabs attempting to humiliate a group of Jewish hikers. Malt also claimed to be receiving threats from residents of Turmus Ayya, who he said have promised to target him as well.

He found it ironic that he was presented as a threat during the ambassador's visit, simply for checking on activity near his home. Malt directly appealed to Ambassador Hammer not to accept the narrative presented to him, urging him not to be misled by those he described as "hypocrites and terrorists in suits" who distort reality. He added that those who encourage terror and violence against innocent civilians working their land cannot present themselves as victims.