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Two Mosques Set Ablaze North of Ramallah, One Destroyed Completely

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By עינב חלבי

First reported by Ynet · Jun 17, 2026

What happened

Unknown attackers set fire to two mosques in villages north of Ramallah early Wednesday, burning one in Jaljuliya to the ground. Palestinians blamed settlers, while residents and the mosque’s imam described a fast-moving blaze and Israeli forces used tear gas at the scene.

  • 01Two mosques were set on fire early Wednesday north of Ramallah.
  • 02The central mosque in Jaljuliya was completely destroyed.
  • 03Residents said settlers sprayed "revenge" on a mosque in Mazraa al-Nobani.
  • 04No injuries were reported, but the mosque contents were almost entirely burned.
  • 05The imam said the fire spread in minutes and the building may need rebuilding.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Two Mosques Set Ablaze North of Ramallah, One Destroyed Completely
Kan NewsCenter · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Mosque set on fire near Ramallah, no suspects arrested
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Palestinians Report Settlers Torched Mosque North of Ramallah

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