US officials condemn attack on American journalist in West Bank

In October 2026, US officials condemned an attack on American photojournalist Heidi Levine in the West Bank. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US was "very disturbed" by images of the attack, and President Donald Trump said he was disturbed by footage showing her being kicked for about 10 minutes. The US ambassador urged Israel to prosecute those responsible, describing the attack as cowardly. Levine works for The Washington Post.