US Urges Israel to Crack Down on West
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The United States has called on Israel to intensify efforts to deter settler attacks in the West Bank. Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced concerns after videos surfaced showing Israeli settlers assaulting American photojournalist Heidi Levine and other foreign diplomats.
Rubio said the U.S. has requested Israel to "crack down" on such incidents and will seek a response from the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem by Sunday.
Israeli settlers have been linked to at least one hundred and seventy attacks on Palestinians since September twenty‑seven, coinciding with the start of the annual olive harvest. The U.S. stance reflects growing international pressure to curb settler violence and protect civilians in the occupied territories.
Timeline
- On October 17 2026 Rubio urges Israel to crack down on West Bank settler.
- On October 17 2026 Video shows settlers assaulting American journalist in West Bank.


