Senate Democrats urged Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to intercede in the “surge” of violence in the West Bank on Wednesday, in a letter expressing their concern and opposition.
The letter comes after reports of mass arrests of Palestinians and settler attacks on mosques in recent weeks. Senate Democrats raised concerns that continued settlement, expansion and fighting will harm Israel’s security.
The Democratic Party remains divided, as tensions over the relationship between the U.S. and Israel continue to dominate debates ahead of the midterm election.
“We urge you to take measures to prevent and intercede in this violence…
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