In a disturbing incident marking ongoing tensions in the region, settlers have uprooted over 20 ancient olive trees in the Marj Sayya area, located east of Ramallah. This act is seen as an attempt to erase symbols of Palestinian existence, with olive trees being a significant cultural and economic symbol for Palestinians. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the settlers infiltrated the area from nearby outposts, damaging not only the trees but also the agricultural landscape.