Summary
A Palestinian family was shot at in their car by Israeli forces near the village of Tammun in the occupied West Bank, resulting in the death of four family members, including two young children. The surviving member, 12-year-old Khaled Bani Odeh, described the incident, which is under investigation by Israeli authorities. A local witness claimed the car was stationary when the shooting occurred, conflicting with the Israeli army's statement that the car posed a threat.
Key Facts
- A Palestinian family of six was driving home in Tammun, West Bank when Israeli forces shot at their car.
- Four family members died, including two parents and two young brothers; only two brothers survived.
- The Israeli army reported that the car accelerated towards the troops, prompting them to shoot.
- A witness stated the car was stationary when Israeli forces began shooting.
- The shooting is under investigation by Israeli authorities.
- Khaled Bani Odeh, aged 12, said he was pulled out of the car and questioned by the soldiers.
- The family was returning from a shopping trip ahead of the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
- The incident took place after midnight on a return trip from Nablus.
