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Israel demolishes Hebron homes, displacing families after soldiers' killings
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Summary
Israeli forces demolished Palestinian homes and imposed widespread closures in Hebron in the occupied West Bank on Friday, after Palestinian gunmen killed two Israeli soldiers there; both attackers were killed. Displacement estimates vary: Reuters put the figure at around 1,200 people, UPI said thousands were displaced, and the New York Times reported hundreds of families fled. The crackdown comes days before Israel's general election.
Left-leaning
- Israel Cracks Down in West Bank City After Deadly AttackNew York Times · Oct 24, 10:52 AM
- Bulldozers tear down home as Israel cracks down in the West BankNBC News · Oct 24, 4:00 PM
Center
- Around 1,200 Palestinians are displaced in Hebron as Israel begins military operationReuters · Oct 24, 12:02 PM
- Israel razes entire Palestinian neighborhoods in the West BankUPI · Oct 24, 12:52 PM
- Palestinian families displaced as Israeli forces demolish Hebron homesBBC News · Oct 24, 1:21 PM
- Israel imposes closures across a West Bank city after attacksAssociated Press via Washington Times · Oct 24, 11:08 AM