Summary
Israeli forces increased their raids in the occupied West Bank after two gunmen killed six people at a bus stop in East Jerusalem. The response included closures, demolitions, and confrontations with Palestinians, raising concerns of further tensions in the region.
Key Facts
- Two gunmen killed six people at a bus stop in East Jerusalem.
- Israeli forces stormed towns and villages in the West Bank, including Biddu and Qatna, increasing military presence.
- Clashes occurred as Israeli forces used live bullets, tear gas, and arrested individuals.
- The Israeli military chief ordered a "full closure" of areas linked to the attackers.
- Israeli settlers reportedly attacked Palestinian homes and painted racist slogans in Jurish.
- Military checkpoints were set up, and roads were closed around Hebron.
- In Beit Awwa, Israeli forces demolished the home of a Palestinian suspect, leading to further clashes.
- Human rights group B’Tselem reported that at least 26 homes have been demolished as punitive actions, displacing over 70 Palestinians.
