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U.S. flag raised as soldiers intervene during settler standoff

8/18/2026

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Loui Ridi returned to his Qusra home and raised a U.S. flag on the roof to deter the settlers.
Israeli soldiers declared a closed military zone but left the settlers.
A settler with a Torah called Ridi a terrorist and stayed until soldiers intervened.
Ridi said he cannot leave, asked U.S. officials for help and noted their condemnation.
President Donald Trump opposed annexation, accepted settlements, prompting a settler’s detention.

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Story summary

Loui Ridi returned to his Qusra home and raised a U.S. flag on the roof to deter the settlers.
Israeli soldiers declared a closed military zone but left the settlers.
A settler with a Torah called Ridi a terrorist and stayed until soldiers intervened.
Ridi said he cannot leave, asked U.S. officials for help and noted their condemnation.
President Donald Trump opposed annexation, accepted settlements, prompting a settler’s detention.