3 Palestinian Homes Under Siege, Outpost Established Near Village in Samaria | Footage: Soldiers Praying Alongside Settlers
A new branch of the Tel Talpiot outpost was established near the village of Kussra in Samaria, adjacent to Palestinian homes. Footage shows IDF soldiers praying alongside settlers, heightening tensions. The head of the Kussra council claims a siege on three houses, with electricity cut off and food prevented from being delivered. The military announced an investigation and preparations to evacuate the outpost.
A new branch of the Tel Talpiot outpost was established near the village of Kussra in Samaria, adjacent to the homes of Palestinian residents. Footage distributed today (Monday) shows IDF soldiers praying alongside Israelis staying at the outpost, adding to tensions between the sides. The head of the Kussra council, Abd al-Azim Wadi, told ynet that there is a siege on three houses: "We cannot deliver food to them, the settlers cut off the electricity." According to him, the outpost was established about six months ago "in the courtyard of the houses," in Area B, and yesterday tents were erected and electricity was cut off. He said they contacted the police and the Coordination and Liaison Administration, but "no one did anything." A security source said the military is preparing to evacuate the outpost soon, and an IDF spokesperson said the incident is being investigated and disciplinary action will be taken. The article raises a question about the future of the houses and the families.