Persistent Jewish extremist violence against Palestinians in the West Bank warrants urgent, impartial investigation and prosecution.
According to his spokesperson, this will be to watch activists who "cause instability in the region."
There are conflicting reports from settlers, Palestinians, and the army as to the cause and nature of the brawl, as well as who shot the Palestinians.
The violence errupted after the murder of 14-year-old shepherd, Binyamin Achimair.
Tensions rise in the West Bank after the murder of 14-year-old Binyamin Achimair. Violent clashes erupt as his body is discovered, sparking concerns of escalating violence.
Shaul Golan, a photographer and journalist with Yediot Aharonot and Ynet, spoke of how he was beat by settlers in the West Bank, and much of his equipment destroyed.
Netanyahu ordered the IDF, Shin Bet, and the Israel Police to carry out intense operational and intelligence activity in the Palestinian villages in the area of the disappearance.
Israeli troops killed two Palestinians in West Bank raids, including a Hamas member. Tensions rise as settlers rampage, leaving one dead. Calls for international intervention ensue.
Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi David Lau confirmed that the search must continue through Shabbat as this is a matter of life or death.
The group is made up of rabbis, evangelical pastors, former Israeli and US ambassadors, as well as members of Knesset.
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