British consulate in Jerusalem condemns 'unchecked settler violence' in West Bank
The consulate's comments came after its staff visited the Palestinian community of Mughayyir a-Deir, who it reported were "living in difficult conditions" and "facing deep uncertainty" after attacks by Israeli settlers.
In a statement on X, the consulate emphasised that Mughayyir a-Deir is not an isolated case but part of a trend of surging settler violence causing displacement.
On Friday, the Palestinian community of Al-Mu'arajat in the Jordan Valley were forced to dismantle their homes and abandon the village after violent overnight settler raids. The community is now scattered across the area, with many lacking shelter and access to water.
Aliya Mleihat, an Al-Mu'arajat resident who spoke to Middle East Eye about her experience, has reportedly faced fresh attacks by settlers on the outskirts of Aqbat Jabr refugee camp in Jericho, and been forced to relocate for the second time in two days.
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