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Israeli Soldiers Fire Warning Shots at Diplomatic Convoy in Jenin

The Israeli military has launched an investigation after a coordinated EU-led mission faced warning shots, prompting international condemnation and demands for accountability.

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Israelische Soldaten im besetzten Westjordanland (Archiv)
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Overview

  • Israeli soldiers fired warning shots at a 20-member diplomatic convoy in Jenin, claiming the group deviated from an approved route.
  • The delegation, which included diplomats from the EU, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Belgium, was on a humanitarian mission coordinated with both the Palestinian Authority and Israeli forces.
  • No injuries were reported, and the Israeli military expressed regret, announcing an internal investigation into the incident.
  • The EU and several European nations have sharply condemned the actions, summoning Israeli ambassadors and demanding disciplinary measures.
  • A video released by the Palestinian Authority shows soldiers aiming rifles at the convoy, intensifying scrutiny of military conduct in the occupied West Bank.