Escalating Settler Attacks in Occupied Palestinian Territory: UN Reports Nearly 600 Incidents

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has reported a significant increase in settler attacks on Palestinians and their property in the West Bank, with nearly 600 incidents recorded in the first six months of 2023. This marks a 39% increase compared to the monthly average of 2022, which was already the highest since recording began in 2006. The rise in attacks has led to Palestinian casualties, property damage, and displacement of herding communities. OCHA has emphasized the vulnerability of Bedouin and other herding communities and highlighted the impact of Israeli settlements on livelihoods, food security, and access to essential services.