TOPSHOT - US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee (C) and the Palestinian mayor of the village of Taybeh, Suleiman Khourieh (C-R), tour the fifth-century Church of St George in the Palestinian Christian village of Taybeh, northeast of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank, on July 19, 2025. In the villages and communities around Taybeh, Palestinian authorities have reported that settlers had killed three people and damaged or destroyed multiple water sources in the past two weeks alone. The July 7 arson attack on the remains of the Church of Saint George, which date back to the 5th century, was the last straw for many villagers, who blame Israeli settlers for a spate of recent attacks. (Photo by JAAFAR ASHTIYEH / AFP) (Photo by JAAFAR ASHTIYEH/AFP via Getty Images)
URGENT UPDATE: U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has called for “harsh consequences” following a shocking attack on the Palestinian Christian village of Taybeh. This urgent plea comes after reports of arson and vandalism that devastated the community, including fires set at an ancient church, as confirmed by Huckabee on July 19, 2023.
In a post on X, Huckabee expressed his outrage over the recent violence directed at this peaceful village, located just south of Jerusalem. He emphasized that Taybeh is home to many American citizens and described the attacks as profoundly disturbing. “Taybeh is a quiet Palestinian Christian village that has been vandalized,” he stated, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
During his visit to Taybeh, Huckabee condemned the acts of vandalism targeting places of worship, labeling them as “an act of terror, and it is a crime.” His comments reflect a growing concern about the safety of minority communities in the region, especially as tensions continue to rise.
The attacks on Taybeh have sparked outrage among local and international communities, with many calling for immediate action to protect vulnerable populations. Huckabee’s statements serve as a rallying cry for those advocating for justice and accountability in the face of escalating violence.
As the situation develops, it is crucial to monitor how officials respond to these incidents. The international community is watching closely, and further statements from U.S. officials may follow as they assess the implications of this attack.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Christian communities in the West Bank, raising questions about their safety and security in a region fraught with conflict. The emotional toll on residents is immense, as they grapple with the fear and uncertainty brought on by these violent acts.
Moving forward, it remains to be seen what specific actions will be taken to address these attacks. Observers are calling for urgent measures to ensure the protection of all communities in the area and uphold the rule of law.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds, and share your thoughts on the urgent need for accountability in the comments below.
