Biden sanctions Israeli settlers accused of attacking Palestinians and peace activists in West Bank

This file photo shows US President Joe Biden looking on as he speaks to the media, before departing the White House for Florida, in Washington, US on Jan 30, 2024. [Photo/Agencies]

WASHINGTON — US President Joe Biden on Thursday issued an executive order that targets Israeli settlers in the West Bank who have been accused of attacking Palestinians and Israeli peace activists in the occupied territory, imposing financial sanctions and visa bans in an initial round against four individuals.