Visa Restrictions Imposed on Israeli Settlers in Response to West Bank Violence
The United States Department of State has announced a new visa restriction policy targeting individuals involved in undermining peace, security, or stability in the West Bank, including through acts of violence or actions that restrict civilians' access to essential services. Immediate family members may also be subject to these restrictions. The US government is urging Israel to hold extremist settlers accountable for attacks against Palestinians and is calling on the Palestinian Authority to do more to curb attacks against Israelis. Both parties have a responsibility to uphold stability in the West Bank, as instability harms both Israeli and Palestinian people and threatens Israel's national security interests.