Over half a century since its declaration of independence from Palestinian powers, Israel continues to face casualties and military attacks. Both Huwara and Jerusalem are claimed Palestinian territories. Evidence of violence toward citizens and threats to 'erase' Huwara off the map--claims made by far-right leader Bezalel Smotrich--are causing international pressure and nations like The United States to consider interventions. President Biden had spoken previously about the tensions an questioned the Palestinian authority.
Links:
https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/01/middleeast/west-bank-smotrich-ned-price-intl
https://www.cnn.com/2023/02/27/middleeast/netanyahu-power-challenges-mime-intl/index.html
-Juan Castro
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