UN chief strongly condemns Israeli settlers attack on West Bank mosque

14/11/2025 7:52

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday strongly condemned a reported attack by Israeli settlers on a mosque in Deir Istiya in the occupied West Bank, his spokesperson said.



"Such acts of violence and desecration of religious sites are unacceptable," said Stephane Dujarric, the spokesperson. "Religious sites must be respected and protected at all times."



Dujarric said that Guterres condemns all attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinians and their property in the occupied West Bank, adding that such incidents are part of an increasing pattern of extremist violence that is inflaming tensions and must stop immediately.



"Israel, as the occupying power, must protect the Palestinian civilian population and ensure that those responsible for attacks are held accountable," the spokesperson said.