Residents of the Bedouin village of Tarabin al-Sana in southern Israel say their hopes for a better future have been shattered after a recent police crackdown left one man dead and children traumatized. The operation, which included roadblocks, home searches, and the use of tear gas, came despite the village's strong support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's party in the last elections. Locals accuse authorities of collective punishment and say the heavy-handed tactics have deepened feelings of discrimination and marginalization among the Bedouin community. While police described the raid as part of a broader effort to combat crime and illegal weapons, many residents believe it was politically motivated and fear it will further stigmatize their community.
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