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Settler siege of Palestinian homes in the West Bank a 'horrific act of terror,' US ambassador says
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about the situation can be found in the Star Tribune, which reported on the US ambassador's response to the events in the West Bank.
A disturbing situation is unfolding in the occupied West Bank, where Israeli settlers have been besieging homes for several days. The US ambassador has condemned the actions, describing them as a serious act of violence. The siege affects three homes, one of which belongs to a Palestinian American.
The US ambassador's statement was made on Thursday, denouncing the incident. Further details about the situation can be found in the Star Tribune, which reported on the US ambassador's response to the events in the West Bank.
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Category: local Published: August 13, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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