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Israeli Colonists Assault Palestinian Siblings in Masafer Yatta

Hebron: A group of armed Israeli colonists assaulted two Palestinian siblings in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron. The incident occurred on Wednesday, as tensions continue to rise in the region.

According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, activist Osama Makhameh reported that the colonists attacked shepherds in the Fateh Sidra area of Masafer Yatta. The assault targeted two brothers, Mahmoud and Muhammad Farid Hamamdeh, aged 13 and 11, respectively. The colonists attempted to steal their sheep during the attack.

The incident highlights the ongoing conflicts in the area, where Palestinian communities frequently face confrontations with Israeli settlers. The assault on the young siblings has drawn attention to the vulnerabilities faced by Palestinian shepherds and their families in the region.