Israeli settlers torch West Bank homes, injuring six

On August 6, 2026, Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian community in the West Bank, setting fire to homes and injuring six Palestinians, according to Anadolu Agency. The attack, reported by multiple sources including The Straits Times, involved the burning of residential buildings. In a separate but related development, Israel has charged a settler in connection with the killing of a Palestinian activist, a rare prosecution. The charges mark a notable legal step amid ongoing tensions in the region.