Over 90% of olive groves face settler threats

According to reports and Palestinian sources, over 90% of the agricultural lands planted with olive trees in Palestine are vulnerable to attacks by settlers and the Israeli army during the olive harvest season, which is one of the most important agricultural periods in Palestine. These assaults include theft of the harvest, fruit cuts, tree destruction, and the imposition of military restrictions that impede farmers' access to their lands, especially in Area C, which accounts for about 61% of the West Bank's territory. Since the beginning of the year, approximately 84,000 olive trees have been uprooted or destroyed, and more than 628 attacks were recorded in August alone. Palestinians see this year's olive season as a battle for survival on their land, as olive trees symbolize Palestinian identity and resilience amid increasing assaults targeting the economic and cultural presence of Palestinians in their territories.

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