In a series of persistent incursions by Israeli occupation forces in the West Bank, confrontations escalated in various parts, leading to casualties and intense armed clashes with Palestinian Resistance fighters. The tense situation unfolded during the early hours of Thursday, leaving citizens unsettled.
Palestinian media outlets were quick to report the Israeli incursions, underlining that Resistance fighters staunchly confronted the intrusion using gunfire and explosive devices. The clashes ensued within cities and camps in the West Bank, leaving 12 individuals injured and tragically claiming the life of Hazem al-Qattawi, a Palestinian youth from Beitunia, who was fatally shot by Israeli occupation forces in Ramallah.
According to reliable sources, the Israeli occupation army flooded the central West Bank cities of Ramallah and al-Bireh, spreading throughout various neighborhoods. The occupation forces also targeted the bustling al-Manara Square area in central Ramallah, where the courageous Resistance fighters valiantly engaged them in armed confrontations.
Local Palestinian media extensively shared news and video evidence of an injured Israeli soldier, wounded during the tense clashes with the fierce Resistance fighters in the heart of Ramallah.
Alarming reports revealed that an innocent Palestinian youth fell victim to Israeli gunfire during the incursion in Ramallah, amplifying concerns over the indiscriminate use of lethal force. Additionally, journalist Salman al-Khatib suffered injuries amidst the chaos. The Israeli forces extended their intrusion to the al-Tireh neighborhood in the city, further exacerbating tensions.
Further north, the city of Jenin and its surrounding camp were thrown into chaos as sirens blared, coinciding with an extensive Israeli incursion into the area. The dramatic developments underscore the volatile nature of the situation in the West Bank, leaving residents on edge and concerned about the escalating violence.
The persistent incursions by Israeli occupation forces have sparked outrage and condemnation from Palestinian officials and international human rights organizations.
Source: Palestinian and Israeli media (translated and edited by Al-Manar English Website)
