The first responders praying with the people doing the siege is the line that tells you who signs the checks. By the time the ambulance shows up nobody asks whether security meant protection or just whether condemning the outpost became easier than explaining why the tear gas waited until Wednesday.
After the Palestinian homeowners made their initial report to the Israeli army, the first soldiers who arrived at the scene were filmed praying with the settlers. Posting on Facebook, Qusay Abu Ridi said the situation was critical, "especially as we are completely isolated."



