Release of Palestinian Director Hamdan Ballal

Oscar-winning Palestinian director Hamdan Ballal was released from Israeli custody after being detained following an attack by Jewish settlers. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences issued an apology for not adequately supporting him. The incident highlighted ongoing violence in the West Bank.

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Filmmaker Attacked by Settlers

Palestinian Oscar-winning filmmaker Hamdan Ballal was severely beaten by an Israeli settler and soldiers in a West Bank village, sparking controversy and condemnation of settler violence and military actions in the region.

Arrest and Release of Director Hamdan Ballal in West Bank

Oscar-winning director Hamdan Ballal was injured and arrested during a raid by Israeli settlers on his village in the occupied West Bank. He was released from detention the next day.