Israeli settlers continue siege of two Palestinian families in West Bank village

Israeli security forces have reportedly withdrawn from a settlement outpost where two families have been under siege since Sunday, leaving approximately a dozen civilian settlers still present at the site. The withdrawal marks a shift in the security posture after several days of heightened tension, during which the families were confined to their homes amid clashes with local Palestinians.

Human rights groups and local authorities have expressed concern over the continued presence of the settlers, noting that the situation remains volatile and that the families’ safety cannot be guaranteed without a formal security presence. Officials have not provided a timeline for a possible return of forces, and the incident underscores ongoing friction in the region.