The Latest Breaking News from the West Bank

Israel planning ‘extensive’ military operation in West Bank after settler attack

Four Palestinians and two Israelis killed and several hurt after armed settlers entered village with military support

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24

Netanyahu orders 'firm' military action after deadly West Bank clash

Netanyahu said he had ordered the IDF to "accelerate the legalisation of existing farms and the establishment of new ones" after the incident around the village of Tell.

Euronews · Jul 24

As Israel prepares for October election the government is accelerating its land grab in the West Bank and Gaza

Israel is gearing up for an election at the end of October. And, with the Likud party of the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, trailing in the polls, his government is pushing through measures which aim to dramatically expand Israeli control over Palestinian land on the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

The Conversation · Jul 24

Netanyahu Calls Israel a 'Country of Laws' as Ro Khanna Says IDF Soldiers Unlawfully Detained Him, Other US Citizens

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his government’s handling of law enforcement in the West Bank after Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) accused Israeli settlers and IDF soldiers of unlawfully detaining American citizens during a visit to the region.

Benzinga · Jul 13

Europe Today: Iran war flares up as EU weighs sanctions on Israeli settlements

Hours after the US conducted new airstrikes in Iran, Tehran unleashed waves of major, simultaneous missile and drone attacks across the Gulf on Sunday. In Brussels, EU foreign ministers meet today to discuss whether to restrict trade between Europe and illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank.

Euronews · Jul 13

What Happened to Ro Khanna? Solon Eyes White House Run After 90-Minute Armed Detention

US Congressman Ro Khanna was detained by armed Israeli settlers in the West Bank, intensifying his criticism of Israeli policies and fuelling his potential presidential ambitions.

International Business Times UK · Jul 12

Ro Khanna Says Israeli Settlers With US-Made Rifles Detained Him in the West Bank

Rep. Ro Khanna said Israeli settlers carrying American-made M4 rifles detained him and other Americans during a visit to the West Bank.

Benzinga · Jul 12

Who is Congressman Ro Khanna? Democrat considering 2028 US presidential run says Israeli settlers detained him in West Bank. Here's what happened

Congressman Ro Khanna detained: Congressman Ro Khanna reported being detained by armed Israeli settlers in a Palestinian village. He stated settlers carrying American-made rifles blocked his vehicle for over an hour. Israeli security forces eventually arrived and dispersed the settlers, allowing his delegation to proceed. Khanna was visiting the occupied…

The Economic Times · Jul 12

US congressman says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank

Ro Khanna said settlers were armed with US-made weapons and Israel Defense Forces refused to intervene

The Guardian - US · Jul 11

US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

US lawmaker Ro Khanna reported being detained by Israeli settlers armed with American-made rifles. His group was touring a Palestinian village which settlers had previously destroyed. The Israeli military intervened after settlers blocked the road and detained the visitors. Khanna stated this trip solidified his consideration for a presidential run…

The Economic Times · Jul 11