Summary
Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian man named Ammar Hijazi in the West Bank. The shooting happened as tensions rise due to Israeli military actions and settlement expansions in the area.
Key Facts
- Israeli forces shot a Palestinian man, Ammar Hijazi, near Ramallah.
- The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported Hijazi's death.
- Hijazi was reportedly shot while driving a vehicle.
- The Israeli military detained a child in the West Bank village of Mukhmas.
- There has been increased violence in the West Bank, linked to Israeli settlement expansions.
- Israeli settlers have been attacking Palestinians, supported by the military.
- The National Security Minister of Israel authorized gun licenses in more West Bank settlements.
- The Israeli government is expanding settlements that are considered illegal under international law.