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IDF Investigates Alleged Arson Attack on Ancient Tomb Near Nablus
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.
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What happened
- 01The IDF is investigating a suspected arson attack on the tomb of Eleazar the Priest near Nablus.
- 02Footage of the alleged incident was shared online and circulated on Palestinian social media.
- 03The tomb, a significant religious site, has been vandalized multiple times in the past.
- 04Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, visited the site and condemned the act.
- 05The Palestinian Authority has not commented on the arson, but WAFA reported colonists firing at a home.
- 06Israel is increasing its control over West Bank archaeological sites due to preservation concerns.
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.
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