US Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Extremist Group Hilltop Youth for West Bank Violence

The sanctions target Hilltop Youth and two individuals linked to attacks on Palestinians, aiming to curb escalating tensions in the region.

The Treasury Department announced sanctions against Hilltop Youth, an extremist settler group in the West Bank, for violent attacks on Palestinians.
Sanctions also target two Israeli men: Eitan Yardeni, linked to violence against Palestinian civilians, and Avichai Suissa, leader of Hashomer Yosh.
Hilltop Youth is known for 'price tag' attacks, including killings, arson, and vandalism, aimed at intimidating Palestinians and destabilizing the region.
The Biden administration hopes these sanctions will pressure the Israeli government to crack down on extremist activities.
Hilltop Youth's decentralized nature may complicate enforcement of the sanctions, which include asset freezes and travel bans.