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80% of Turmus Ayya residents are US citizens

Palestinian Americans in Turmus Ayya are experiencing a surge in settler violence, with many US citizens among the attackers.

  • About 80% of Turmus Ayya residents are US citizens
  • Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinian Americans in the village, including killing nine since 2022
  • The US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has visited the nearby settlement of Shilo, which is a violation of international law

No man's land in Turmus Ayya lies where the US flags end and the Israeli flags begin. It is a few hundred metres of soil scorched by molotov cocktails where Israeli settlers have placed a boulder to tell the Palestinian villagers: this is our land now.

Among those accused of violence and intimidation is Amishav Melet, whose brother was killed in a clash when settlers marched into another Palestinian village last week.

Why this matters: The situation highlights the complex relationship between the US and Israel, and the impact of US policies on Palestinian Americans in the West Bank.

What this means for you: If you have family or friends living in the West Bank, you may want to consider their safety and well-being in light of the ongoing violence.

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