Why Have Settler Pogroms Surged During Olive Harvest Season in the West Bank?

Author: Priyanka ShankarPublished on: October 18, 2026Country: Israel

World / InternationalCrime & Law

Why Have Settler Pogroms Surged During Olive Harvest Season in the West Bank?

The European Union condemned Israeli settler attacks on European diplomats and Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and called for those responsible to be held accountable. Attacks during this year’s olive harvest have already exceeded the 2025 total, while critics say condemnations without measures to hold Israel accountable will not end settler impunity. Belgium said its consul general to the Palestinians, French and Polish diplomats, and Catholic representatives were among those attacked. On Friday, settlers also assaulted Palestinian olive pickers and a veteran photojournalist.

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