Ramallah:Palestinian Presidency Spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh has issued a strong condemnation of what he describes as a dangerous escalation by Israel against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. He highlighted recent incidents, including the deaths of 12 Palestinians in Gaza, among them a child and a doctor, and a large-scale attack by Israeli settlers in the town of Attara.
According to Palestine news & Information Agency – WAFA – English, Abu Rudeineh warned that these aggressive policies could push the region towards an explosion of tension and instability. He expressed concern over the continuous loss of innocent lives due to Israeli aggression in Gaza and criticized the ongoing closure of border crossings, which prevents essential medical supplies, tents, and food from reaching those in need, exacerbating their suffering, especially in winter.
Abu Rudeineh also addressed the issue of settler terrorism, citing violent attacks in Attara that resulted in injuries and property damage. He accused Israeli forces of protecting settlers during these raids, which he claims are intended to terrorize the Palestinian population and destroy their land.
The spokesperson held the Israeli government accountable for the escalation and called on the U.S. administration to take decisive action to halt the attacks and curb settler violence if it truly aims to foster peace and stability in the region. He further urged the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to provide protection for Palestinians and pressure Israel to cease its aggressive actions.
Abu Rudeineh concluded by asserting that true security and peace in the region can only be achieved by ending the Israeli occupation and establishing an independent Palestinian state, with East Jerusalem as its capital, based on the 1967 borders, in line with international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.