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Israeli Soldiers Detain CNN Crew Amid Settler Violence Concerns

3/29/2026

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On March 28, 2026, Israeli soldiers detained a CNN crew in Tayasir, and CNN photojournalist Cyril Theophilos was placed in a chokehold with his camera damaged.
Human rights activists say the episode signals growing settler influence within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), with soldiers urging legalization of outposts.
Abdullah Daraghmeh, a victim of settler violence, remains hospitalized, and the IDF has promised a review of the incident.

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On March 28, 2026, Israeli soldiers detained a CNN crew in Tayasir, and CNN photojournalist Cyril Theophilos was placed in a chokehold with his camera damaged.
Human rights activists say the episode signals growing settler influence within the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), with soldiers urging legalization of outposts.
Abdullah Daraghmeh, a victim of settler violence, remains hospitalized, and the IDF has promised a review of the incident.