Iran is pleased: hilltop youths are doing the work of Israel's enemies

An opinion column by Amnon Lord in Israel Hayom links settler violence in Palestinian villages to harm to Israeli sovereignty, drawing a historical parallel to the Altalena affair. The author argues that the rioters undermine Israel's ability to assert control in the West Bank, and that Iran is pleased with the situation. He calls on the political echelon to act decisively before the elections.

An opinion column by Amnon Lord in Israel Hayom describes violence by young settlers in Palestinian villages (Jalud, Qusra) as a threat to Israeli sovereignty. The author draws a parallel between the current situation and the Altalena affair, arguing that the rioters, who do not recognize state authority, harm Israel's ability to control Judea and Samaria. He notes that Iran is pleased with the situation, as the rioters are doing the work of Israel's enemies. It is further claimed that there is a support organization advising rioters on how to evade law enforcement. The author calls on the political echelon to act decisively before the elections. The column uses charged language and makes a controversial historical parallel.