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US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
US Democratic lawmaker Ro Khanna was detained by Israeli settlers armed with US-made M4 rifles during a West Bank visit, which he described as highlighting the human toll of the Israeli occupation. The Israeli military intervened after settlers blocked his group's van, dispersing the settlers and allowing the group to proceed. Khanna, considering a 2028 presidential run, criticized the IDF for aligning with settlers rather than protecting Americans.
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