Unraveling Israeli Settler Violence in the West Bank

Israeli settlements in the West Bank, which have been established since the Six-Day War in 1967, have led to a highly segregated and unequal situation between Palestinian and Jewish residents. Settler violence, including attacks on Palestinians and their property, occurs with impunity, as legal repercussions are rare. The international community and the United States will need to address the lack of basic civil rights for Palestinians living under Israeli rule in order to achieve a lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.