Eliminating in Tehran and Helpless Against 150 Youths: US Warns of Settler Violence

A New York Times editorial by Bret Stephens, a staunch Israel supporter, warns that turning a blind eye to settler violence endangers Israel's security and could ignite a third intifada. Stephens cites a letter from former deputy chief of staff Matan Vilnai to President Trump, warning of Jewish terrorism. The article notes a rise from 682 to 867 nationalist crime incidents in 2025, and rejects Netanyahu's claim that it involves only 150 young offenders.

A New York Times editorial by Bret Stephens, a staunch Israel supporter, warns that the Israeli government is ignoring settler violence while demonstrating impressive military capability against external enemies. Stephens cites a public letter from former deputy chief of staff Matan Vilnai to President Trump, on behalf of an organization of senior retired officers, warning that security forces are constrained regarding Jewish terrorism. The letter accuses elements in the government of orchestrating chaos and protecting messianic gunmen. The article presents data: 867 nationalist crime incidents in 2025, up from 682 the previous year. Stephens rejects Netanyahu's claim that it involves only 150 young offenders, stating that if the prime minister wanted to, he could curb the violence. The article reflects growing concern among Israel supporters in the US about the consequences of Israeli policy in the West Bank.