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U.S. Condemns Qusra Siege After Israeli Troops Deploy

8/18/2026

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Settlers surrounded several Palestinian houses in Qusra, preventing residents from leaving, prompting a United States condemnation of the siege.
Israeli troops deployed to Qusra, stating they are there to maintain order.
Palestinian American Loui Ridi traveled to his besieged home in Qusra on Monday.
Palestinian health officials say Israeli soldiers and settlers have killed 87 Palestinians this year.

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Settlers surrounded several Palestinian houses in Qusra, preventing residents from leaving, prompting a United States condemnation of the siege.
Israeli troops deployed to Qusra, stating they are there to maintain order.
Palestinian American Loui Ridi traveled to his besieged home in Qusra on Monday.
Palestinian health officials say Israeli soldiers and settlers have killed 87 Palestinians this year.