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18 Vehicles Burned in West Bank Attack
Israeli settlers allegedly set fire to at least 18 vehicles in Al-Bireh, near Ramallah, amid rising tensions following the conflict in Gaza.
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- What happened in Al-Bireh overnight?
- At least 18 vehicles were set ablaze in an overnight attack in Al-Bireh, a city near Ramallah, according to local authorities. No injuries were reported.
- Who is suspected of being behind the attack?
- Palestinian authorities report that Israeli settlers ignited the vehicles, a few kilometers from the Palestinian Authority's administrative headquarters in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
- What is the response from the Israeli and Palestinian authorities?
- The Israeli police, responsible for prosecuting settlers in the West Bank, have launched an investigation into the incident. The Palestinian Authority strongly condemned the act.
- What other significant event is mentioned in relation to this news?
- Beyond the vehicle arson, the Palestinian Authority also strongly criticized Israel's termination of an agreement with a UN aid organization for Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem, raising concerns about potential impacts on humanitarian aid.
- What is the significance of this event in the context of recent events?
- The attack is viewed as a significant escalation of settler violence against Palestinians and their property since the conflict in Gaza began in early October 2023. Such attacks are rare near Ramallah, home to key Palestinian government and international offices.