British activist detained by settlers in West Bank over alleged ‘indecent act’

Israeli police have confirmed that British activist Finn Joughin is in custody following an incident in the West Bank village of Umm al-Kheir. Footage circulating from the scene shows the activist attempting to physically block the path of a settler child. Following the encounter, he was surrounded and led away by a group of armed men identified as settlers. The settlers have alleged that the activist committed an 'indecent act' during the confrontation. While police confirmed his detention, they have not yet provided further details regarding the specific charges or the current status of the investigation.