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Surge in Settler Violence Against Palestinian Olive Harvesters

10/25/2025

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The United Nations says settler violence against Palestinian olive harvesters has surged, with over 150 attacks since the harvest began.
Afaf Abu Alia, an elderly woman, was severely injured this week in Turmus Ayya during an assault by masked settlers.
Palestinian Farmers' Union says attacks quadrupled since the Gaza war began two years ago, harming olive farming livelihoods.
Israeli forces are accused of failing to protect Palestinians, often leading them into ambushes.

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The United Nations says settler violence against Palestinian olive harvesters has surged, with over 150 attacks since the harvest began.
Afaf Abu Alia, an elderly woman, was severely injured this week in Turmus Ayya during an assault by masked settlers.
Palestinian Farmers' Union says attacks quadrupled since the Gaza war began two years ago, harming olive farming livelihoods.
Israeli forces are accused of failing to protect Palestinians, often leading them into ambushes.