Israeli Army Fires Near Diplomatic Delegation in Jenin
In a tense incident on [insert date], Israeli forces fired shots near a diplomatic delegation visiting the city of Jenin in the occupied West Bank. The group comprised diplomats from the European Union, the United Kingdom, Sri Lanka, and several Arab states, alongside journalists. They were in the region to assess conditions and hold discussions with local officials, including the governor.
According to reports from the Wafa news agency, Israeli soldiers discharged five warning shots towards the delegation after they reportedly deviated from their approved route and entered an “unauthorized” area. Fortunately, no casualties or physical damage resulted from the incident.
The Israeli military has acknowledged that the gunfire was intended as a warning. They stated that an internal review of the situation is underway, and findings will be shared with the affected diplomats. A military spokesperson expressed regret over the incident, referring to it as an “inconvenience.”
In light of the situation, Italy’s Foreign Minister summoned Israel’s ambassador in Rome, signaling escalating diplomatic tensions. The European Union has also condemned the incident, emphasizing the need for safety and security for all diplomatic missions in the region.
As the diplomatic community responds, Al Jazeera’s Hamdah Salhut is providing updates from Amman, bringing further insights into the ongoing developments surrounding this alarming occurrence.
The incident emphasizes the fragile security situation in the West Bank and raises concerns regarding the safeguarding of diplomatic personnel in contested areas.
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