The editor-in-chief of The Washington Post, Matt Murray, condemned an incident in Benjamin where Israeli settlers reportedly attacked Heidi Levine, a photographer for the publication, while she was covering events in the West Bank. Murray stated that Levine was clearly identifiable as a journalist and expressed shock at the unprovoked attack.

Murray called for a thorough investigation into the incident and for authorities to act on its findings. He expressed relief that Levine received medical attention and is in a safe location.