Israeli security forces detain U.S. congressional nominee Brad Lander and dozens of rabbis

Israeli security forces have detained Brad Lander, a nominee for the U.S. Congress, together with dozens of rabbis, according to U.S. public broadcaster NPR. At the time, the group was helping Palestinians bring in their olive harvest.

NPR reports that the detainees include not only Lander but also several dozen rabbis, meaning Jewish religious leaders. Their presence at the harvest was an act of assistance to Palestinian farmers.

The NPR summary available here does not say where the detention took place, on what grounds the people were held, or whether they have since been released. It also contains no explanation from Israeli officials. These questions remain unanswered for now.