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Netanyahu's 'Law Abiding Settlers' Remark Draws Backlash
Original: "Law abiding Israeli Settlers in the West Bank" (Netanyahu). Well there's your problem, mate, Israeli 'settling' in the
Benjamin Netanyahu has described Israeli settlers in the West Bank as law abiding, prompting sharp criticism online. Critics point out that Israeli settlements in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law by much of the international community, and accuse him of gaslighting ahead of the Israeli election. Some also allege settler violence against Palestinians is being downplayed.
Why now: Netanyahu's characterisation of settlers contradicts the widely held international position that the settlements are illegal, and comes ahead of an election.
Benjamin NetanyahuIsraelWest BankPalestinians
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- "Law abiding Israeli Settlers in the West Bank" (Netanyahu). Well there's your problem, mate, Israeli 'settling' in the West Bank is illegal. They are illegal invaders, attacking Palestinians. This is therefore gaslighting from Netanyahu, in the lead up to the Israeli election.… · sisterratched@vivaldi.net · 16
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