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Israeli government debates response to settler violence in West Bank

A heated debate erupted in the Israeli government over violence by Jewish extremists in the West Bank. Minister Dichter demanded the return of administrative detentions, calling the violence terrorism. Minister Katz opposed, saying "You don't correct an injustice with another injustice." Minister Saar stated that while the settler public is good, the damage done by a violent few is immense. Minister Shakli warned that the violent group threatens the entire enterprise, blaming those leading the youths.