IDF Commander Recounts Violent Settler Attack on Palestinian Family

Hundreds of Israeli settlers stormed a Palestinian family's home in the village of Jalud, in the Benjamin region, barricading themselves inside, setting property ablaze, and throwing stones at security forces who responded to the incident. The commander of a Border Police unit present at the scene provided a firsthand account, stating that the situation could have escalated to lynching and murder if security forces had not intervened promptly. He described approximately 250 settlers throwing stones, igniting tires, and deploying pepper spray against the forces.

The commander detailed the sequence of events, explaining that his unit initially secured the building while the family was on the upper floor. The settlers then breached the security cordon in an attempt to reach the family. Citing a life-threatening danger, the forces evacuated the family from the roof through an intermediate floor where individuals had also barricaded themselves. Three security personnel were injured during the confrontation.

The Border Police commander expressed full support for his soldiers, commending their determination, professionalism, and values in confronting violent riots. He condemned the severe violence directed at the security forces, stating that a reality where soldiers become targets of violence and assault will not be accepted. The commander of the Border Police in Judea and Samaria also emphasized that such an incident is highly unusual and must be strongly condemned.