Israel charges settler for killing Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen in occupied West Bank
Summary
Israel has charged a settler named Yinon Levi with reckless manslaughter for killing Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen in the West Bank in July 2025. This is the first time since October 7, 2023, that an Israeli has been formally charged for the death of a Palestinian in the occupied territory.Key Facts
- Yinon Levi, a settler living in the south West Bank, faces charges including reckless manslaughter, armed trespassing, and malicious property damage.
- Awdah Hathaleen was a well-known Palestinian activist killed in July 2025 in the village of Umm al Khair.
- Videos show Levi shooting at crowds in Hathaleen’s village, with witnesses saying one shot hit Hathaleen.
- Manslaughter carries a lighter penalty than murder under Israeli law.
- It is very rare for Israel to charge settlers for violence against Palestinians.
- Since October 7, 2023, Israeli settlers and soldiers have reportedly killed at least 1,100 Palestinians in the West Bank.
- Levi’s lawyer claims the indictment is a “mistaken decision” and will contest the charges in court.
- Huntsaleen was involved in advocacy against settler violence and featured in an Oscar-winning film about Palestinians protecting their villages.
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