Israeli settlers torched a mosque in Marda, leaving "Revenge" graffiti, escalating tensions.

Israeli settlers reportedly set fire to a mosque in the West Bank village of Marda, leaving anti-Arab graffiti including "Revenge" and "Death to Arabs." The fire was extinguished before spreading, but the incident has escalated tensions. Israeli police and security services pledge to act against those responsible, while the Palestinian Authority seeks UN assistance. Most countries view Israeli settlements in the West Bank and East Jerusalem as illegal. The attack follows a series of violent incidents and ongoing conflict in the region.

December 20, 2024
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