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IDF Investigates Reservist Assault on Palestinian Man

12/8/2025

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are investigating reservist forces after Hamam, a Palestinian man, said settlers beat him in the West Bank while heading to pray, with more than 750 incidents reported in 2025.
Hamam said the settlers fired shots and assaulted him with fists and an M-16 rifle.
IDF troops detained Hamam and reportedly beat him during interrogation.
The government faces concerns about its response to settler attacks.

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are investigating reservist forces after Hamam, a Palestinian man, said settlers beat him in the West Bank while heading to pray, with more than 750 incidents reported in 2025.
Hamam said the settlers fired shots and assaulted him with fists and an M-16 rifle.
IDF troops detained Hamam and reportedly beat him during interrogation.
The government faces concerns about its response to settler attacks.