The Guardian
Settler violence disrupts West Bank olive harvest; photographer beaten
Israeli settlers targeted Palestinian olive harvesters across the occupied West Bank, setting vehicles and trees on fire. Washington Post photographer Heidi Levine was beaten during the violence. Palestinian authorities reported attacks in eight villages and at least 20 people injured. The attacks formed part of a coordinated effort to interrupt the annual olive harvest.
What to know
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Masked settlers carrying clubs and other weapons attacked people attempting to harvest olives.
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Palestinian authorities recorded attacks in eight villages and reported at least 20 people injured.
Why it matters
The attacks highlight safety concerns for Palestinian harvesters and journalists during the annual olive harvest.
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