Palestinians Condemn Silence After Settlers Raid Homes and Loot Property South of Bethlehem (opens original article in a new tab)

Palestinian residents in Khallat al-Louz, south of Bethlehem, condemned the lack of response to an Israeli settler attack that involved property theft, vandalism, and infrastructure damage, with police refusing to register complaints.

• Palestinian residents condemned local and international silence after Israeli settlers raided homes in Khallat al-Louz, south of Bethlehem, stealing property and vandalizing belongings.
• Residents reported settlers damaging homes, including breaking doors, destroying appliances, and cutting power lines, with police refusing to register complaints.
• Local officials and residents called for international intervention and improved infrastructure to help Palestinians remain in the area despite repeated settler attacks.
• Governorates coordinated with electricity and public works departments to restore services and urged Palestinian authorities to address escalating settler violence.