Sky News Daily Israel's illegal settlements - and those fighting back
May 29, 2025
Join Alex Rossi, an international correspondent for Sky News, as he delves into the contentious dynamics of illegal settlements in the West Bank. He discusses the rising tensions in Rasalin and highlights the courageous activism by Jewish supporters aiding Palestinians. Rossi shares gripping accounts of confrontations at settler outposts, demonstrating the fear faced by local communities. He explores the ideological roots of the settler movement and the international backlash against Israeli settlement expansion, shedding light on its implications for peace.
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Settlers Harass Rasalin Village
- Alex Rossi and Orly Halpern visited Rasalin, a Bedouin Palestinian village under settler harassment.
- Settlers set up outposts nearby and intimidate Palestinians, causing fear and uncertainty about their future.
Settlers Reject Journalistic Inquiry
- Journalists tried to interview settlers but were met with hostility and intimidation.
- Settlers saw the journalists as enemies and refused to explain their actions or motivations.
Roots and Growth of Settler Movement
- Settlers originated from a fringe ideological movement post-1967, driven mainly by religious and ideological motives.
- Government now includes settler leaders and adopts their ideology as part of state fabric.