Israeli forces have caused a great deal of destruction in the occupied West Bank, killing at least 10 Palestinians including a 72-year-old man and a 14-year-old boy in a raid on Nablus. According to the Palestinian health ministry, at least 102 people were wounded in the attack, with 82 of them hit by live ammunition. Six of the wounded were in critical condition.
The Israeli army stormed into Nablus with dozens of armoured vehicles and special forces at 10am (08:00 GMT), sparking widespread clashes. The soldiers surrounded a home occupied by two wanted Palestinian fighters, Hossam Isleem and Mohammad Abdulghani, who were both killed. The Lions’ Den armed group reported that it had engaged in combat with Israeli forces during the raid, alongside the recently announced Balata Brigade. Young Palestinians threw rocks at armoured troop transports.
Since the start of 2023, 61 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces in the occupied territories, including 13 children. This is a devastating figure that highlights the ongoing violence and human rights abuses in the region.
The international community must take action to ensure that the Israeli government is held accountable for its actions and that Palestinians are protected from further violence and oppression. The UN must take steps to ensure that Israel respects international law and human rights, and that Palestinians are able to live in peace and security.