West Bank: Palestinians ‘harassed’ by settlers’ increasing use of drones

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What happened

Palestinians and activists report an increased use of drones in the occupied West Bank, particularly by the army and settlers, to whom the government supplies the drones directly.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:01:27 UTC.

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