Settlers take over Palestinian homes near Jericho as governor disputes count

Settlers entered eight Palestinian homes in al-Diyouk near Jericho on Wednesday, with the governor disputing the number seized.

• On Wednesday, settlers escorted by Israeli soldiers seized eight homes in al-Diyouk, west of Jericho.
• Yediot Ahronot reported the homes were entered after a covert purchase led by the Nahala settlement movement, backed by the Benjamin council.
• Jericho Governor Hussein Hamayel said only three homes were seized and announced a crisis cell to monitor the case.
• The Palestinian Red Crescent said it transferred a Palestinian and a foreign solidarity activist to hospital after settlers beat them in al-Diyouk.