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US envoy calls West Bank settler siege an act of terror
A US envoy has called a settler blockade of Palestinian homes in Qusra, near Nablus, an “act of terror”, as Israel moved into the area, NDTV reports. Settlers have blocked the homes…
The Story in Brief
A US envoy has called a settler blockade of Palestinian homes in Qusra, near Nablus, an “act of terror”, as Israel moved into the area, NDTV reports. Settlers have blocked the homes since Sunday, cutting residents off from food and other essential supplies.
One of the properties belongs to a US citizen. The report does not identify the envoy or provide details on the Israeli operation. The account centres on the blockade and the reported impact on residents in the West Bank.
The Indian Opinion
Calling the blockade an act of terror carries weight, but labels should not replace evidence. The immediate test is whether residents regain access to food and supplies, and whether those responsible face action. Claims from either side should be checked against verified accounts of the blockade, the Israeli response and the number of homes affected.
Source: ndtv.com
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