Key facts
- Dozens of masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villagers in Abu Falah, West Bank on Friday.
- Settlers burned olive trees and threw rocks at villagers.
- At least two people, including a journalist, were injured.
- Israeli settler violence against Palestinians has surged, with at least 170 attacks since September 27.
Dozens of masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villagers in Abu Falah, West Bank on Friday during the annual olive harvest, burning trees and throwing rocks. The settlers, some carrying gas canisters, descended on an olive grove where villagers had gathered. Israeli military jeeps arrived, and soldiers fired tear gas at Palestinians. Live gunfire was heard, and at least one armed settler was seen firing a gun. Two people were injured, including Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine. Settler violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank has surged, with at least 170 attacks reported since September 27, according to Yesh Din. A similar attack occurred Friday morning in Turmus Ayya village.