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Israeli army, settlers attack Palestinians in Hebron area of West Bank

Israeli army, settlers attack Palestinians in Hebron area of West Bank

Summary

In the Hebron area of the occupied West Bank, Palestinians were injured in attacks by the Israeli army and settlers. Various incidents involved raids, shootings, and property destruction. The United Nations has expressed concern about increasing violence and displacement of Palestinians.

Key Facts

  • Israeli forces and settlers injured several Palestinians in separate incidents near Hebron.
  • In ad-Dhahiriya, Israeli forces fired live and rubber bullets, injuring several people.
  • Settlers attacked the village of Khirbet Susiya, causing injuries and property damage.
  • In another attack, settlers targeted a Palestinian man's home, stealing livestock and damaging property.
  • Israeli forces raided homes in Sinjil town, vandalizing properties and assaulting residents.
  • The UN reported over 1,094 Palestinians killed in the West Bank since October 2023.
  • There has been a significant rise in settler attacks, with over 3,700 reported since October 2023.
  • The UN Human Rights Council raised concerns about potential "ethnic cleansing" in the region.

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