EU diplomats say they were attacked by settlers in West Bank

Israeli settlers reportedly attacked European diplomats in the West Bank village of Taybeh on Saturday, according to police investigations and diplomatic statements. The incident occurred amid concerns about a coordinated campaign to smear Israel. Israeli police stated that they were investigating the case following footage circulating online, which appears to show several diplomats being assaulted near Taybeh.

Israeli military, while condemning the act, clarified that no soldiers were present at the scene during the diplomats' visit. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office urged caution before drawing conclusions, emphasizing that any violence against diplomats is unacceptable. The attack comes amid heightened tensions over Israel's settlement policies and concerns over a coordinated smear campaign against Israel, particularly during the annual olive harvest.