European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
A delegation of European diplomats has been attacked by masked Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.
TL;DR
- Masked Israeli settlers attacked a delegation of European diplomats in the occupied West Bank.
- A Belgian consulate car was damaged, and a French mayor was assaulted during the incident.
- The diplomats were in Taybeh village to assess settler violence during the olive harvest.
- Belgium condemned the attack and urged Israel to ensure justice and protect Palestinians, diplomats, and journalists.
- Israel's Prime Minister's office questioned the reports and suggested a smear campaign against Israel.
- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) condemned the violence and launched an investigation.