Because of Judea and Samaria? Israel-US relations may be harmed: "Government violence"

An investigation by CBS's "60 Minutes" reveals settler violence against Palestinians in Judea and Samaria, using sheep farms as a tool for land takeover. Interviewees warn of damage to Israel-US relations, and even note concern that military aid to Israel could be harmed if Democrats win the US elections.

An investigation by CBS's "60 Minutes" reveals settler violence against Palestinians in Judea and Samaria, using sheep farms as a tool for land takeover. The investigation describes about 200 such farms established in recent years, which have taken over about 20% of the West Bank's territory. Meanwhile, over 1,600 incidents of settler violence against Palestinians have been recorded this year. The investigation includes documentation of a violent attack on a Palestinian family by masked youths, and quotes from activists of the "Abraham's Children" organization who defend the Palestinians. Interviewees warn of damage to Israel-US relations, and even note concern that military aid to Israel could be harmed if Democrats win the US elections. The investigation notes that enforcement is minimal, and that the IDF sometimes removes Palestinians from the scene and allows Jewish youths to stay. The Israeli government condemned the violence but simultaneously funneled tens of millions of shekels to expand the sheep farms. The US ambassador to Israel called the acts "disgusting bullying."