Settler Violence Erupts in West Bank Village During Olive Harvest

During the olive harvest season, Palestinian sources reported that settlers attacked residents and damaged property in the village of Awserin, south of Nablus, in the West Bank on Saturday. The Palestinian Red Crescent stated that an elderly man was injured, and local sources reported another farmer was taken for treatment after being assaulted while in his field. Palestinian reports also indicated that settlers vandalized and set fire to Palestinian property, with several individuals sustaining injuries.

The Israeli military confirmed its forces arrived in the Awserin area after receiving reports and viewing footage of "Israeli rioters" attacking Palestinians and their property. Upon arrival, the military observed the damage and searched for the perpetrators, who had already left the scene. Investigators from Ariel police station and forensic evidence units, under army protection, began collecting evidence and taking statements as part of a police investigation.

The Israeli military strongly condemned the incidents, stating they harm defense efforts and the prevention of attacks in the region. These events coincide with the olive harvest, a period that frequently sees friction, attacks, and restrictions on farmers' access to their land in various West Bank areas, according to Palestinian reports.