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Middle School Attack Sparks Outrage and Fear in Israel

2/5/2026

Summary

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On February 4, 2026, Arab middle school students were attacked by Jewish yeshiva students in the Jordan Valley.
Ibn Khaldun Elementary School principal reported Sakhnin students were spat on, tear gas sprayed, and beaten.
Thirteen students were taken to Emek Medical Center after police arrested one teacher and three attackers.
The Education Ministry condemned the incident.
A recent survey shows many Israeli Arabs feel less secure in Israel than abroad.

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Story summary

On February 4, 2026, Arab middle school students were attacked by Jewish yeshiva students in the Jordan Valley.
Ibn Khaldun Elementary School principal reported Sakhnin students were spat on, tear gas sprayed, and beaten.
Thirteen students were taken to Emek Medical Center after police arrested one teacher and three attackers.
The Education Ministry condemned the incident.
A recent survey shows many Israeli Arabs feel less secure in Israel than abroad.