Israeli Settlers Burn Mosque in Occupied West Bank
Salfit, West Bank (Occupied) | November 13, 2025 | DeccanLive.com
A mosque in Deir Istiya, northwest of Salfit in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, was attacked and set on fire in the early hours of Tuesday, local sources say.
According to residents and local media, several Israeli settlers stormed the Al-Hajja Hamida Mosque at dawn, sprayed flammable material at the mosque door and ignited it. The attackers are also said to have scribbled racist slogans on the mosque walls.
Neighbors who were nearby raised the alarm and rushed to the site. Their quick action and resistance helped bring the fire under control before it could fully burn the mosque, local sources added. No casualties were reported.
This incident, local sources say, fits a recent pattern of attacks against Palestinian religious sites and property. The reports claim the attackers operated with a sense of impunity, but no official response or confirmation has come from Israeli authorities so far.
Palestinian community leaders have condemned the attack and called for a full investigation. They also urged protection for places of worship and immediate action to hold the perpetrators accountable.
What’s next:
Local officials and community representatives are documenting the damage. Journalists and human-rights groups are expected to follow up. DeccanLive will update this story if authorities issue an official statement or further details emerge.
