"Settler terrorism in the West Bank and East Jerusalem is among the greatest obstacles to peace in the Middle East. I condemn these attacks in the strongest possible terms.
The drastic increase in attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians in recent weeks is particularly disturbing. In many places, Palestinians can no longer harvest their ripe olives – this threatens not only their daily lives and safety, but also the economic livelihoods of their families. The victims are often defenseless against these attacks.
The Israeli government has a duty to take decisive action against these violent crimes – on the ground and in court – and to credibly uphold the principles of the rule of law."
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Statement by the Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) Reem Alabali