Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank attacked Palestinian villagers, activists, and journalists during the annual olive harvest, according to reports. The incidents occurred amid rising settler violence and disputes over land access near Israeli outposts and Palestinian farmland.

Settlers targeted Palestinians harvesting olives, along with foreign activists and media personnel. Some sustained injuries, including journalists near Nablus. The uptick reflects a broader pattern of settler actions across the territory in 2025.

Rights groups and international observers note hundreds of settler-related incidents, especially during harvest season, ranging from property damage to physical confrontations. Few have led to arrests or prosecutions. Palestinian communities say the violence restricts land access and undermines livelihoods during this crucial period.

The broader context includes continued Israeli settlement expansion, widely considered illegal under international law, and ongoing tensions over land rights. Allegations of settler violence have drawn concern from foreign governments and civil society groups, who call for greater protection of Palestinian civilians and accountability.

Sources: AP News, PBS NewsHour, Reuters