'Israeli' settlers cut water to 100,000 Palestinians in Ramallah
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- Over 100,000 Palestinians face water cuts after settlers attack main water station in Ein Samia.
- Authorities warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis and call for urgent intervention.
More than 100,000 Palestinians in the Ramallah countryside face the threat of thirst and water shortages after settlers attacked the main water station at Ein Samia, east of Kafr Malik, on Saturday evening.
Details of the Attack
Local sources reported that over 15 settlers stormed the station, physically assaulting Jerusalem Water Authority staff while they were working. The attackers damaged equipment and infrastructure, and 'Israeli' forces later entered the site with military vehicles, escalating tensions.
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Impact on Communities
The water authority warned that the repeated assaults have completely halted pumping from the wells, depriving more than 19 Palestinian communities of their primary water source. Residents now face immediate water shortages, affecting tens of thousands.
Humanitarian Concerns
The authority is coordinating with international and local bodies to stop the violations and restore operations. Officials warned that continued disruption poses a severe threat to water security and risks escalating the humanitarian crisis. They called for urgent measures to protect water facilities, staff, and restore supply as quickly as possible.
