Executive Summary
- Israeli forces declared a security alert near the Beit Hagai settlement, south of Hebron, following a shooting incident.
- The Israeli military stated its forces killed a Palestinian individual who allegedly opened fire on them during an operation.
- No casualties were reported among the Israeli forces involved in the exchange.
- Palestinian sources have not yet released details confirming the identity of the deceased individual.
Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian individual on Monday evening following an alleged shooting incident near the Beit Hagai settlement, south of Hebron in the West Bank. The Israeli military reported that its forces came under fire, prompting a security alert and a significant deployment of troops to the area.
Official Statements and On-the-Ground Reports
In a press release, the Israeli police stated that forces were targeted by gunfire during a field operation near the settlement. According to the statement, soldiers returned fire, killing the alleged perpetrator. No injuries were reported among the Israeli forces.
Palestinian sources cited in the initial report confirmed that Israeli forces opened fire on a Palestinian youth, alleging an attempted shooting attack. Following the incident, the Israeli military closed the entrances to the area and began conducting search and sweep operations, preventing access to the scene.
Identity of Deceased Unconfirmed
As of late Monday, Palestinian officials had not released details regarding the individual’s identity or independently confirmed their condition. The situation remains tense as Israeli forces maintain a heavy presence in the vicinity of the settlement.