Defense Minister Katz Condemns Violent Disorder Amid Palestinian Siege in West Bank

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz addressed the situation involving the siege of Palestinians in Kusra, located in the West Bank, during a ceremony for the establishment of the Ganin settlement. Katz firmly stated his opposition to violent disturbances, emphasizing that his stance has been consistent since he signed the cancellation of administrative orders despite significant pressure. He clarified that the authorities responsible will take necessary actions, not other groups, and stressed that violence is harmful, particularly damaging relations with Israel's allies. Katz explicitly denied the existence of settler violence, asserting, "There is no settler violence, there is no such thing."