IDF Investigates Alleged Arson Attack on Ancient Tomb Near Nablus
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
The IDF is investigating a suspected arson attack on the tomb of Eleazar the Priest in the West Bank village of Awarta, near Nablus, after footage of the incident circulated online. Troops searched for suspects who fled the scene, and police will collect evidence. The tomb, significant in Judaism and Samaritanism, has a history of vandalism. The incident occurs as Israel moves to expand its control over West Bank archaeological sites.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- The IDF is investigating a suspected arson attack on the tomb of Eleazar the Priest near Nablus.
- Footage of the alleged incident was shared online and circulated on Palestinian social media.
- The tomb, a significant religious site, has been vandalized multiple times in the past.
- Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, visited the site and condemned the act.
- The Palestinian Authority has not commented on the arson, but WAFA reported colonists firing at a home.
- Israel is increasing its control over West Bank archaeological sites due to preservation concerns.
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