Israeli settlers beat a 21-year-old American citizen, Sayfollah Musallet, to death in the West Bank during a clash with Palestinians. Local officials and Musallet's family confirmed his death. The Israeli military is investigating, but prosecutions of Israelis accused of violence against Palestinians are rare. This incident follows heightened tensions after the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel, resulting in significant loss of life on both sides and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.