The United Nations has called on Israeli authorities to halt support for settler attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank amid a surge in violence. The demand came from the UN’s human rights office following the killing of two Palestinian men by Israeli settlers in a village south of Nablus on Monday.

The recent incident marks the latest episode in a series of violent confrontations involving Israeli settlers and Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, a region marked by longstanding tensions. Since Friday, eight Palestinians have died from clashes involving Israeli forces or armed settlers, according to Palestinian officials.

The UN statement expressed deep concern over the rising number of settler attacks and urged Israeli security forces to cease any involvement or backing of such activities. Palestinian authorities have reported an uptick in settler violence targeting communities throughout the West Bank, contributing to a volatile security situation.

Israeli settlers have increasingly expanded their presence in the West Bank, intensifying friction with local Palestinian residents. Israeli military officials have not publicly addressed the specific allegations of support for settler attacks cited by the UN.

The escalation comes amid broader political and security challenges in the region, where disputes over land, resources, and governance remain unresolved. The United Nations reiterated the urgent need for restraint and protection of civilian populations in the occupied territory.