Another article about the horrible actions of the settlers, from the Guardian:
“Armed Israelis are systematically wrecking trees that have stood for hundreds of years and frequently provide the only livelihood for Palestinian families.”
“Rights groups estimate that more than 1,000 trees have been damaged or destroyed in recent weeks, some planted in the Roman era. Among the victims are Mr Yusuf and his neighbours in Sawiya village, south of Nablus. ‘We used to think they just wanted our olives, but it’s about land,’ he said. ‘They want to expand their settlement: by cutting the trees, they can say the land is neglected and no one is taking care of it. And it’s their excuse for getting their hands on it.’”