West Bank Violence

Without major changes in Israeli policy, the arrest warrant against Smotrich could be Israel's darkest legal hour, with cascading consequences the likes of which cannot be foreseen.

Among the examples of the ongoing and spreading violence, Herzog cited the increasing murder rate among Arab Israelis, as well as the violence caused by "a lawless mob in Judea and Samaria."

As a result, the reservist's weapon was confiscated, and he was dismissed from reserve duty, according to Ynet. 

Attacks by extremist Jewish settlers against both Palestinians and Israeli security forces in the West Bank rose by 27% in 2025, according to figures presented by the IDF in January. 

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society later confirmed that two Palestinians had been killed, a 14-year-old and a 32-year-old. It also stated that four others had been wounded by gunfire.

The group, numbering about 20, spray-painted graffiti on one of the house's walls that read "Revenge" and "Hello from Khirbat Abu Falah."

Diaspora Jews called on Herzog to advocate for change with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right ministers, who have not interceded to stop the violence.

This is the first time that in the middle of a critical invasion - in this case against Hezbollah in Lebanon - IDF soldiers were diverted to what is viewed as a less dangerous front.

Security incidents reported during the night included Israelis throwing rocks at Palestinians and their vehicles, direct violence against residents, road blockages, graffiti, and arson.

Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir warns of rising settler violence in the West Bank, stressing its impact on security and operations, while National Security Minister Ben-Gvir calls for stronger retaliation.