Israeli settler attacks target Palestinian olive harvest in West Bank
Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: October 9, 2026Country: Palestinian Territories
Crime & Law

Israeli settlers carried out at least 19 attacks in the West Bank, including setting fire to and uprooting olive trees, stealing crops and livestock, and attacking Palestinian harvesters. Over 50 olive trees were uprooted in Qusra, and attacks occurred in villages such as Tal, Jorish, Beita, Naqoura, Birzeit, Deir Bzeih, and Farata. A farmer was injured by gunfire in Kafr ad-Dik, and an elderly woman was injured after settlers set dogs on farmers in Berin. Vehicles were stolen, and some incidents involved live ammunition, with Israeli forces backing some attacks.
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