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Settler Violence Escalates Amid Netanyahu's West Bank Control Claims

2/12/2026

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Benjamin Netanyahu (Prime Minister) has not officially annexed the West Bank, but settler violence pushes toward an outcome, per Matan Golan of Haaretz.
Settlers in Kol Mevaser attack Palestinian communities, and the Israeli Defense Forces fail to protect residents.
Statements from Benjamin Netanyahu's officials claim Israeli control over areas designated for Palestinian self-rule, violating the Oslo Accords.
These actions aim to weaken the Palestinian Authority and hinder a two-state solution.

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Story summary

Benjamin Netanyahu (Prime Minister) has not officially annexed the West Bank, but settler violence pushes toward an outcome, per Matan Golan of Haaretz.
Settlers in Kol Mevaser attack Palestinian communities, and the Israeli Defense Forces fail to protect residents.
Statements from Benjamin Netanyahu's officials claim Israeli control over areas designated for Palestinian self-rule, violating the Oslo Accords.
These actions aim to weaken the Palestinian Authority and hinder a two-state solution.