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Since the fateful 7th of October, a somber routine has unfolded under the shade of an ancient tree. A soldier, a flag, and a stark reminder of the tension that simmers just beneath the surface. In this landscape, every step is a calculated risk, and the cost of a misstep can be devastating.
How did we reach this point? What drives the cycle of violence that plagues the occupied West Bank? Let's delve into the heart of this conflict.
Oct. 7 marked a turning point, with Hamas attacks in southern Israel triggering a surge in violence against Palestinians. The Israeli flag, once a symbol of hope, now stands as a dividing line, a stark reminder of the land's contested nature. "This is my land," they cry, only to be met with the terrifying response of live ammunition.
Sami Hourani's cousin, Zacharia al-Adara, became a victim of this escalating tension. Shot just a hundred meters from his home, Zacharia's story is a chilling reminder of the fragility of life in the occupied West Bank. The settler, dressed in civilian clothes, approached with a gun, and without warning, fired at Zacharia. This incident raises a terrifying question: is this the new reality they want to impose post-war?
The numbers are staggering. Since Oct. 7, the U.N. has recorded over 280 attacks by settlers in the occupied West Bank. Homes, farmland, and businesses have been destroyed, and the sense of security has been shattered.
Observers believe these attacks are part of a larger campaign for settlement expansion. The village of Tuba and the settlement of Ma’on stand as stark examples of this divide. More than 700,000 Israelis live in settlements that the majority of the world deems illegal.
The Israeli Army claims to take these incidents seriously, but human rights groups tell a different story. Arrests are rare, and soldiers have been seen accompanying settlers during some attacks. Zvi Sukkot, a member of Israel’s Parliament and a proponent of settlement expansion, has become a voice for this movement. Despite his past, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appointed him to lead a committee handling security issues in the territory.
For Palestinians, this claim to the land means displacement. Over 1,000 villagers have been forced to leave their homes in the past seven weeks alone. Dalal al-Awad and her family are among those who have been repeatedly attacked by settlers, leaving them with no choice but to pack up and move to the hills every night.
As we reflect on this harrowing reality, we must ask ourselves: how can we break this cycle of violence and restore peace to this troubled land? The answers may not be simple, but the cost of inaction is too high to bear.
In conclusion, the occupied West Bank remains a powder keg, with each incident pushing it closer to the brink. As we witness the shattered reality of peace, we must strive for a future where coexistence is not just a dream but a reality.
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