5 stories for 2026-03-17 · Israel/Palestine
A 17-year-old Palestinian was killed by Israeli gunfire near Ramallah on Monday night, with Israeli forces withholding his body. Separately, a Palestinian couple and their two young children were killed on March 15 in the occupied West Bank after being shot by Israeli forces. Medical crews were prevented from reaching the wounded in the first incident.
Israeli forces closed Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan, preventing Palestinian Muslims from praying inside. Dozens of Palestinians were dispersed while attempting to pray in the surrounding area, and a mosque guard was removed from his position.
Gaza's markets are under strain due to closure of crossing points ahead of Eid al-Fitr. Additionally, prices for private generator electricity have increased, creating new hardships for residents.
Israeli occupation forces raided Al-Amari refugee camp in the central West Bank on Wednesday, according to eyewitnesses. The operation involved a large military force entering from the direction of Al-Bireh city, and troops began demolishing dozens of homes. Soldiers were deployed on foot into the camp during the raid.
Health officials reported that Israeli forces killed 16 Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank in one day, marking one of the highest daily casualty counts in recent weeks.