French Ministry of Foreign Affairs Condemns Israeli Settler Violence as 'Acts of Terrorism'

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The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs has described the violence committed by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank as 'acts of terrorism.' This designation comes after the killing of a civilian by settler gunfire near Hebron governorate, sparking strong condemnation from France. The statement emphasizes the need for Israeli authorities to take responsibility for the perpetrators of these ongoing acts of violence, which have resulted in over 30 deaths since the beginning of 2022. The situation has become increasingly dire, with extremist settlers committing deliberate acts of violence against Palestinians, often with total impunity.

Key Takeaways:

  • The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs has explicitly designated the violence committed by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank as 'acts of terrorism.'
  • Since the beginning of 2022, over 30 people have been killed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank.
  • The killing of an anti-occupation activist by settlers' gunfire in the village of Umm al-Kheir has added to the growing list of victims.
  • The Palestinian Authority has condemned the violence and called for accountability from Israeli authorities.
  • The area where the victim was from, Masafer Yatta, has been declared a closed military zone by Israel, sparking concerns about the safety of local residents.
  • The statement from the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes the need for Israeli authorities to prosecute the perpetrators of these acts of violence and protect Palestinian civilians.
  • Extremist settlers have committed deliberate acts of violence against Palestinians, often with total impunity, across the West Bank.

Statistics:

  • At least 30 people have been killed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank since the beginning of 2022.
  • The killing of an anti-occupation activist by settlers' gunfire in Umm al-Kheir brings the total number of victims to over 30.
  • The violence committed by Israeli settlers in the West Bank has resulted in numerous deaths and injuries since 2022.

Sources:

  • French Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Qatar News Agency (29 Jul 2025)
  • Palestinian Authority
  • Palestinian Ministry of Education