Trapped and cut off: Palestinian families under settler siege in the West Bank
- Posted on August 13, 2026
- By CNN
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In brief
Palestinian families in the West Bank face severe restrictions imposed by Israeli settlements, creating humanitarian crises and limiting freedom of movement. This investigation examines how communities like Qusra experience daily challenges as they attempt to maintain their lives and heritage amid escalating tensions. Personal stories reveal the impact of territorial disputes on families reconnecting with their Palestinian identity and ancestral lands.
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Trapped and cut off: Palestinian families under settler siege in the West Bank
Loui Ridi began building a home in his native town of Qusra, in the occupied West Bank, for his two daughters. The girls grew up in Ohio, but family trips made them fall in love with their father’s Palestinian roots.
