Escalating Tensions: Israeli Settler Attacks Surge in the West Bank

Israeli settlers in the West Bank have joined the military's regional defense units following an attack by Hamas-backed militants, leading to increased violence and harassment against Palestinian civilians. The blurring of roles between settlers and soldiers has resulted in a surge of attacks and detentions, with settlers often operating in green army uniforms alongside regular soldiers. Palestinians have reported being forced to stay inside for days at a time, while Israeli military operations have seen a significant increase in terrorist attacks in the West Bank.