Activist and journalist Andrey X says he was nearly killed in an extremist Israeli settler attack in Masafer Yatta

On 31 October 2026, activist and journalist Andrey X reported that he was nearly killed during an attack by an extremist Israeli settler in Masafer Yatta, located in the West Bank. According to QudsNews, Andrey was documenting the actions of settlers who were restricting access to over 20 Palestinian communities by locking a gate, effectively trapping entire families. During the incident, settler Tomer Liani allegedly assaulted Andrey, repeatedly smashing his head against the ground.

Andrey X further stated that Israeli police and occupation forces obstructed ambulances, preventing him from receiving necessary medical treatment. He claims that he and other activists faced significant danger during the incident, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region. The situation remains fluid, and further details are awaited.

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