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Five Palestinians Killed in Israeli Raids as UN Calls for De-escalation in West Bank

2024 • 10min • News • International

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Published On: August 29, 2024 - Five more Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces in a second day of raids in the occupied West Bank, escalating tensions in the region. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claim the deceased were militants hiding in a mosque. The ongoing operation has resulted in conflicting death tolls, with at least 12 Palestinians killed so far, according to the Palestinian health ministry. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has urged Israel to halt its actions, warning of an explosive situation. Watch the full report for more details on this escalating conflict.