In October 2025, the Palestinian village of Kafr Qaddum, located in the northern West Bank near Qalqilya, has experienced intensified Israeli military actions and settler violence.

1. Settlement Expansion: Israeli authorities approved a plan to seize 35 dunams (approximately 9 acres) of land from Kafr Qaddum for the construction of 58 new housing units at the recently legalised Mitzpe Yeshai settlement, situated on the land of Palestinian village Kafr Qaddum, beside the Israeli settlement town of Kedumim where Israeli Minister Smotrich lives, west of Nablus.

2. Attacks on Farmers: Farmers in Kafr Qaddum have faced attacks from both Israeli forces and settlers during the olive harvest. These assaults have disrupted agricultural activities and posed threats to the livelihoods of local farmers. According to the head of the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission, Mu'ayyad Shaaban, "Yesterday we were in Kafr Qaddum, and today we are in al-Nazla al-Sharqiya. All areas are subjected to oppression by the occupation and its colonists. Despite this, the Palestinian farmer insists on reaching his land, which is a source of pride and honor for our people, who rise up as one to protect their land and olives."

3. Military Incursions and Arrests: Israeli forces have conducted extensive raids in Kafr Qaddum, including the storming of homes and the imposition of curfews. Notably, on October 16, they arrested Murad Shteiwi, the director of the Colonization and Wall Resistance Commission, and detained two brothers from the village

4. Ongoing Protests: Despite the challenges, residents have resumed their weekly demonstrations against Israeli occupation and settlement expansion. On October 15, over 100 people participated in a march to the olive groves, signaling a revival of the village's longstanding resistance activities

The continuous military presence and settler violence have severely affected daily life in Kafr Qaddum. Local businesses, health facilities, and schools have been forced to close due to security concerns, and residents live under constant fear and disruption.