Israel Arrests Wounded Palestinians, Shuts Nablus After Settler Attack

Israel’s security forces have detained several wounded Palestinians in a hospital in Nablus after a deadly settler attack on Friday that left multiple residents injured. The arrests occurred as the Israeli military tightened its hold on the city, cutting off key roads and limiting movement in an effort to prevent further clashes.

The Friday incident involved a lone Israeli settler who opened fire on a group of Palestinians in a market area, killing at least two and wounding several others. Following the attack, Israeli troops entered the hospital where some of the injured were being treated, citing security concerns and the need to secure the area. The wounded Palestinians were taken into custody for questioning, while authorities also imposed restrictions on civilian traffic and increased patrols around the city’s main thoroughfares.

The move has drawn criticism from Palestinian officials who argue that the arrests are a punitive response to the attack, while Israeli authorities maintain that the measures are necessary to maintain public order and prevent retaliation. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing investigations into the settler’s motives and the broader security implications for Nablus and the surrounding West Bank region.