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서안 지구 이스라엘 정착민, 팔레스타인 주민 가옥 포위…자국 군 통제 불응

A conflict has erupted between Israeli settlers and Palestinians in the Sa'ana district of the West Bank, drawing international attention. Israeli settlers have been surrounding and blocking two Palestinian homes in the Kusra village, located near Nebulas in the Sa'ana region, since September 9th. Despite the Israeli military's attempts to control the situation, the settlers continued to attack the Palestinians using stones and axes, causing the families to run out of food and water.

Approximately 10-15 settlers attacked the Palestinian residents with stones and axes, while the Israeli military watched and did not intervene. Video footage shows that settlers broke into the yards of the Abu Rid and Hassen families, blocking roads with debris and preventing access for Palestinians. The Israeli military stated that the settlers' actions were "unlawful and reprehensible" and that the Palestinian residents had requested humanitarian aid through social media.

However, the military withdrew after controlling the settlers' blockade and did not return. Palestinians claim that the Israeli settlers resumed their attacks after the military withdrew. The Israeli military has stated that it will take necessary measures against the settlers after apprehending them. The conflict is taking place in an area where Palestinians have administrative rights and Israel has security rights, according to the Sa'ana district.

The far-right Nahta party claims that the violence against Palestinian residents by Israeli settlers is exaggerated and supports the settlers.

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