Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in occupied West Bank, health ministry says
A seven-month-old Palestinian infant was killed and his parents were wounded by Israeli gunfire in the West Bank city of Hebron. The Israeli military stated the incident occurred during operational activity and is currently under review.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing cycle of violence in the West Bank and the high civilian cost of military operations in contested areas.
A bullet hole in the front window of a car of Palestinian father Fahed Abu Haykal after his seven-month-old baby was killed by Israeli forces, in Hebron in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, June 5, 2026. REUTERS/Mussa Qawasma — Mussa Qawasma June 5 (Reuters) - A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed and his parents were wounded by Israeli gunfire in the Tel Rumeida area south of the West Bank city of Hebron on Friday evening, the Palestinian health ministry said.
The article presents both the Palestinian health ministry's account and the Israeli military's statement, maintaining a balanced reporting structure.
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