French mayor attacked by settlers in West Bank says Israel ‘tolerates’ settler violence

A French mayor was attacked by Israeli settlers while visiting the occupied West Bank on Saturday. The incident occurred during a diplomatic visit, resulting in the mayor publicly stating that the event demonstrates a pattern of state tolerance toward settler violence in the region.

Reports indicate that the confrontation involved European Union diplomats who were also present during the encounter. The event has drawn attention to the ongoing security situation in the West Bank and the diplomatic implications of interactions between international officials and settler groups.