Israel, US condemn brutal West Bank 'child murder'

The White House has demanded an “unequivocal condemnation” from the Palestinian Authority over the brutal stabbing of five Israelis last night, including a three-month old baby and two other children.

The victims, who were all members of the same family, were found dead at their home in the West Bank settlement of Itamar on Friday evening. Three children were left orphaned by the attack.

According to Palestinian reports a faction of Fatah has claimed responsibility for the murders. At least 20 people have been arrested in connection.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the terrorist attack as “child murder”. He called on those countries that rushed to attack Israeli settlement building to likewise condemn last night’s killings.