West Bank & Jerusalem
UN calls on Israel to shield Palestinian olive farmers from settlers
West Bank & JerusalemGraphic: Times of Palestine
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The United Nations is urging Israel to protect Palestinian olive farmers and pickers during the upcoming harvest season, amid recurring violence by settlers in the occupied territories, Middle East Eye reported. UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric reiterated the international body's calls for Israel to safeguard civilians as Palestinians prepare for the harvest.
Palestinian farmers often access olive groves located near Jewish settlements, creating friction points where confrontations between communities have occurred during previous harvest seasons.
