Settlers in Military Attire Attack Palestinian Family in Telfit

Five settlers dressed in military uniforms assaulted a Palestinian family inside their home in Telfit, south of Nablus, on Tuesday night during an Israeli military raid. Hassan Faraj, an activist with the Telfit village council, reported that the incident occurred after Israeli forces entered the village around 1 a.m. and raided several homes. Approximately an hour and a half later, the settlers approached the home of Yousef Manwar Abu Aishi on the outskirts of the village.

According to Faraj, the settlers knocked on the door, claiming to be soldiers. When the homeowner opened it, they forced their way inside and physically assaulted family members, including women and children, some of whom have special needs. Faraj stated the attack was severe, resulting in injuries and fractures.

The injured family members were transported to Rafidia Hospital in Nablus for treatment, with some still hospitalized at the time of the report. Neighbors were alerted by the family's cries for help and calls on social media, but the settlers fled towards the Jabal Ain Ayna area, which settlers have reportedly controlled since October 7.

Faraj noted that bloodstains were visible inside the home, and documentation of the damage and injuries was conducted. He criticized the Israeli military, which was present in the village during the assault, for failing to intervene and protect the family. The military remained in Telfit until approximately 6:30 a.m., imposing movement restrictions that hindered residents from offering assistance.

Faraj indicated that there was no confirmed information about whether the police had taken statements from the family or initiated any proceedings regarding the assault. He described the incident as part of ongoing harassment targeting residents, homes, and lands in Telfit and surrounding villages, emphasizing the residents' determination to remain in their village despite the pressures.