
Teen Palestinian footballer killed in settler attack in West Bank
The death of a promising young athlete has reignited international concern over rising settler violence in the West Bank.
Jul 25, 2026
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The death of a promising young athlete has reignited international concern over rising settler violence in the West Bank.

Israeli forces seized Natalie Abu Dayyeh, a Palestinian Christian student and national team midfielder, during a pre‑dawn operation near Birzeit University. Her detention, alongside three other women, has sparked condemnation from religious leaders, the Palestine Football Association and human‑rights advocates.

Two Palestinian female internationals were taken into custody this week, joining a growing list of detained women that includes cancer patients, minors and pregnant individuals, prompting calls for international intervention.