West Bank & Jerusalem
Israel charges settler in death of Palestinian activist
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Israeli prosecutors have charged Yinon Levi, a Jewish settler, with reckless manslaughter in connection with the 2025 killing of Awdah Hathaleen, a renowned Palestinian community leader in the occupied West Bank, The Guardian reported. The charge represents the first prosecution of a settler in such a case.
Hathaleen was known for his work mobilizing Palestinians in the region. The killing occurred last year amid continuing tensions between Israeli settlers and Palestinian communities in the West Bank. Levi now faces trial on the manslaughter charge related to the activist's death.
