Masked Israeli troops block media visit to West Bank site of Oscar-winning film

theguardian.comPublished: 6/3/2025

Summary

The Oscar-winning documentary "No Other Land" highlights the ongoing conflict in the West Bank, where settlements have intensified attacks on Masafer Yatta, a village featured in the film. Despite repeated destruction, soldiers block journalists from visiting to preserve local order, while activists and directors criticize their inaction against settler violence, which they say has been exacerbated by recent media coverage. The situation raises questions about accountability and the impact of media on tensions.