Israel's president says 'shocking' settler violence against Palestinians must end

JERUSALEM (AP) — The president of Israel on Wednesday condemned what he called a “shocking and serious” attack by Jewish settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank , calling for an end to a growing wave of settler violence in the occupied territory.

President Isaac Herzog's comments added a rare and powerful voice to what has been muted criticism by top Israeli officials of the settler violence. Herzog's position, while largely ceremonial, is meant to serve as a moral compass and unifying force for the country.