Following the escalation of Israel's conflict with Hamas, violence in the West Bank has intensified. Attacks describe harassment of Palestinian villagers and organized violence like property vandalism. The roots of the violence stem from religious Zionism, adopted by a significant portion of the Jewish population, particularly settlers in the West Bank. This ideology promotes the view that Israel's existence is part of divine redemption. Influential leaders of this movement believe that military victory over Palestinians is essential for achieving their religious goals.
Since Oct. 7, 2023, a quieter but escalating war has unfolded in the West Bank between Israelis and Palestinians as Israel's conflict with Hamas continues in Gaza.
Attacks against Palestinian villagers include harassment while accessing crops, organized violence like vandalism, and retaliatory 'price tag' actions for perceived Palestinian aggression.
The ideological roots of violence lie within religious Zionism, a worldview embraced by about 20% of Israel's Jewish population including most West Bank settlers.
Influential religious Zionist leaders argue that final redemption requires Israel's total military triumph and the annihilation of its enemies, particularly the Palestinian national movement.
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