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<p>We are troubled by reports of assaults on Palestinian farmers, the vandalism of
olive trees, and the stealing of produce. The UK condemns any incidence of violence
by settlers against Palestinians. Officials from our Embassy in Tel Aviv raised the
increase in settler violence with the Israeli authorities on 17 December 2019. Under
international law, Israel, as the occupying power, has an obligation to take all measures
in its power to protect the Palestinian population from acts of violence. We continue
to stress the importance of the Israeli security forces providing appropriate protection
to the Palestinian civilian population. We welcome the efforts of Israeli authorities
to address settler violence, and urge them to thoroughly investigate every instance
and bring those responsible to justice.</p>
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