Israeli Settlers Accused of Arson South of Hebron, IDF Reports Suspects Fled

Early in the morning, Palestinians reported that Israeli settlers set fire to property in Masafer Yatta, located south of Hebron. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) responded to the incident after receiving reports of a building being set ablaze and confirmed the presence of burned property at the scene. According to an IDF spokesperson, the suspects fled immediately after committing the arson and before the arrival of the military forces. Subsequently, police arrived to collect evidence and testimonies as part of an ongoing investigation. The IDF strongly condemned the incident and emphasized its expectation that law enforcement agencies will hold the suspects accountable.