On Monday, the Israeli military shot and injured a Palestinian teenager in central Gaza, just a day after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel came into effect. The incident occurred as the teenager was part of a group of Palestinians who had gathered in the Bureij refugee camp to inspect damaged homes.
According to the Israeli military, troops fired 'warning shots' towards individuals in various areas of Gaza after they were observed approaching soldiers. The military stated that these actions were in line with the ceasefire agreement and its commitment to maintaining defensive lines.
Witnesses at the scene reported that the injured teenager was conscious and receiving medical attention from those present. Videos captured the aftermath of the shooting, showing efforts to treat the wounded individual.
Under the terms of the ceasefire deal, the Israeli military is expected to withdraw from densely populated areas, allowing displaced Palestinians to return and assess the damage caused to their homes during the conflict. Thousands of Palestinians have been returning to their neighborhoods to survey the destruction and begin the process of rebuilding.
The Israeli military reiterated its commitment to upholding the ceasefire agreement and preventing any disturbances. It emphasized its intention to adhere to the agreed-upon defensive lines as outlined in the ceasefire deal.
