Under Siege: The Fading Livelihoods of Palestinian Shepherds The blue and white flags fluttering from hilltops and lining the roads of the occupied West Bank are a stark reminder of Israel's relentless expansion into Palestinian territory.
For generations, shepherding has been a way of life for many in the Jordan Valley and Masafer Yatta. However, the increasing presence of Israeli settlements and outposts is eroding this ancient profession.
Thiab Draghme and his brother Ayman lead their flock across the dry hills of the Jordan Valley with caution. The risks surrounding their daily routine have become too great to ignore.