US Congressman Claims Armed Israeli Settlers Detained Him in West Bank, Damaged Vehicle

Democratic US Congressman Ro Khanna reported that during his recent visit to the West Bank, specifically in the Hebron area, he was detained by armed Israeli settlers. Khanna, who is considering a 2028 presidential run, said the settlers were carrying American-made M4 rifles and blocked his van, preventing his group from continuing their tour. He described the incident to Reuters, stating that the settlers surrounded his vehicle, verbally harassed his team in both Hebrew and Arabic, and kicked the tires of their minibus. Khanna explained that his visit aimed to observe the "human cost of the occupation" firsthand. The event occurred earlier this week and was publicly disclosed on July 11, 2026.