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Renewed Violence in West Bank Amid Gaza Truce

2/18/2026

Summary

Story summary

Hamdan Ballal, co-director of the documentary No Other Land, reports renewed harassment by Israeli settlers in West Bank.
Following a court ruling that favored Palestinian villagers, settlers attacked Ballal's brother, causing serious injuries.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed detentions, denying any assault.
Violence continues in Gaza with airstrikes causing civilian casualties despite a US-brokered truce.
Medical professionals have faced increased entry denials to Gaza, raising concerns about humanitarian access.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993, aimed to foster peace between Israel and the Palestinians, granting limited self-governance to the latter. However, violence escalated, resulting in over 1,000 casualties in the following years. Recent harassment of Palestinian villagers by Israeli settlers reflects ongoing tensions, underscoring the fragile peace established by the accords and the enduring humanitarian crises in Gaza.

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Story summary

Hamdan Ballal, co-director of the documentary No Other Land, reports renewed harassment by Israeli settlers in West Bank.
Following a court ruling that favored Palestinian villagers, settlers attacked Ballal's brother, causing serious injuries.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed detentions, denying any assault.
Violence continues in Gaza with airstrikes causing civilian casualties despite a US-brokered truce.
Medical professionals have faced increased entry denials to Gaza, raising concerns about humanitarian access.

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