Saturday, March 29, 2025
A 20-year-old American Muslim man, Saifullah Muslet from Florida, was brutally beaten to death in the Israeli-occupied West Bank while visiting family. According to his relatives, the incident occurred in the town of Sinjil, where Israeli settlers reportedly surrounded and attacked him for nearly three hours. Medical personnel who attempted to help were also allegedly assaulted.
Family members and human rights organizations have called for an independent investigation and strict action against the perpetrators. “This is an unimaginable tragedy and injustice that no family should endure,” the Muslet family said in a statement. “We demand the U.S. government launch an immediate investigation and ensure justice for Saifullah.”
The U.S. State Department confirmed awareness of the case and offered consular support but declined to share further details, citing privacy concerns. Historically, Israeli investigations into such settler attacks rarely result in serious consequences, particularly when American citizens are involved.
This has prompted growing concern among American Muslim advocacy groups, who accuse the U.S. government of inaction. “Saifullah was a U.S. citizen. The administration must ensure accountability and protect its people abroad,” said a spokesperson from a leading Muslim rights organization.
The killing adds to a disturbing trend of settler violence in the West Bank, which has escalated amid ongoing regional tensions. Human rights observers note that justice in such cases is rare. Although Israeli authorities have stated they are investigating the case, critics point to a long history of inadequate responses.
“This cannot be brushed aside as just another tragic incident,” said a representative from an international rights watchdog. “The world is watching whether the U.S. and Israel uphold basic standards of justice.”
