Israeli settlers torch homes and mosque in Masafer Yatta | Occupied West Bank

Israeli Settlers Attack Palestinian Village in Masafer Yatta

AL TUWANI, West Bank (AP) — Video footage has emerged showing Israeli settlers reportedly attacking the Palestinian village of al Tuwani, located in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron. During the incident, homes, vehicles, and a mosque were set ablaze.

According to reports from Palestinian media, Israeli forces were present during the assault and provided protection to the settlers involved.

The violence, which occurred on July 19, 2026, has drawn condemnation and heightened tensions in the region, which has seen a spike in clashes between settlers and Palestinians in recent months. Further details regarding the incident and its aftermath were not immediately available.