Burin, Nablus District: Settlers escorted by soldiers attack Palestinians picking olives

Settlers and soldiers on Burin farmers’ land. Photo courtesy of the farmers

On 7 October 2021, at around 2:30 P.M., about 15 settlers escorted by three soldiers stoned Palestinian farmers who were harvesting olives on their land on the southern side of the village, injuring Muhammad 'Imran (11) in the head. The farmers had come to the area after prior coordination with the military. The soldiers guarding the settlers tried to drive the farmers away, but they refused to leave. After about half an hour, a Border Police force arrived and the settlers withdrew immediately towards the settlement of Yitzhar, which was established near the village. The wounded child was treated on the spot.

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