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Herzog Backs IDF Action Against Violent West Bank Settlers
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President Isaac Herzog is backing IDF commanders to take decisive action against violent West Bank settlers, aiming to stop the phenomenon at its roots. His comments come amid rising tensions during the olive harvest, following recent settler attacks and the detention of activists. The IDF Chief of Staff has ordered an additional Border Police company to the West Bank. Herzog also apologized to an injured Washington Post photojournalist and discussed bilateral relations during a state visit to Hungary.
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- President Isaac Herzog supports decisive IDF action against violent West Bank settlers.
- Herzog aims to eradicate settler violence "at its roots" during the olive harvest.
- IDF Chief of Staff ordered an additional Border Police company to the West Bank.
- Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine was injured in a settler attack.
- Nine of ten suspects arrested for recent settler attacks were released from custody.
- Herzog discussed bilateral relations and the Palestinian issue during a visit to Hungary.
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