On January 4, 2025, a tragic incident in the Balata refugee camp of Nablus left one Palestinian dead and eight others injured, with at least one person in critical condition due to gunfire from Israeli forces. The deceased was identified as 18-year-old Mohammad Amer, according to information released by the Palestinian Health Ministry.
During confrontations between Israeli soldiers and local youths, the Palestinian Red Crescent Society reported treating eight individuals with gunshot wounds, one of whom suffered a serious chest injury while the others sustained moderate injuries. Eyewitnesses and local officials noted that Israeli forces had entered the camp and positioned snipers on nearby roofs, which escalated the violence in the area.
The Israeli army has not provided any statements regarding this specific event. Since October 2023, escalating tensions in the West Bank have led to significant violence, with reports indicating that over 800 Palestinians have lost their lives due to Israeli gunfire and shelling, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.
5 Comments
Karamba
This is a heartbreaking tragedy. We must advocate for peace and an end to this violence.
Matzomaster
Where’s the mention of the rockets fired from Gaza? Let’s not forget the other side of the conflict.
Rotfront
If the youths were involved in violent confrontations, it’s not surprising that the military had to intervene.
Karamba
Focusing only on Palestinian casualties doesn’t help understand the bigger picture here.
KittyKat
This report highlights the human cost of the conflict, and we cannot turn a blind eye.