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Oct 17, 2026 at 3:05 PM ET
Investigation alleges embassy aide blocked report on deaths
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A New York Times investigation alleges that a U.S. Embassy aide blocked a report on the deaths of nine Americans in the occupied West Bank since 2022, seemingly to protect Israeli interests. Al Jazeera’s Emma Withrow reported on the investigation.
WHO: The New York Times investigation alleges that a U.S. Embassy aide blocked a report.
WHAT: A New York Times investigation alleges that a U.S. Embassy aide blocked a report about the deaths of nine Americans in the occupied West Bank.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 2:41 PM ET
WHERE: Jerusalem, Israel
WHY: The investigation alleges the aide acted seemingly to protect Israeli interests.
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