The European Union expressed its shock at the settler attacks on Palestinian citizens in Barqa, northwest of Nablus, and Al-Mughayer, east of Ramallah, which resulted in injuries and the destruction of Palestinian homes and property.

The European Union said, in a statement, today, Friday, that United Nations data indicate an upward curve of settler attacks on Palestinians in the occupied Palestinian territories, noting that these attacks have become more violent.

He called on Israel to take decisive steps to ensure accountability and protection of Palestinian civilians, in accordance with its obligations under international law.