The Israeli occupation forces continue their aggression on the city of Jenin and its camp, where a series of airstrikes on Saturday resulted in the killing of five Palestinians, including a 14-year-old child, and the injury of three others, in a field escalation that constitutes a clear violation of international laws regarding the protection of civilians in armed conflicts.
These attacks are part of the collective punishment policy pursued by the occupation, conflicting with international humanitarian law, especially the Fourth Geneva Convention, which prohibits targeting civilians and destroying their property without military necessity.
According to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, Israeli airstrikes targeted the eastern neighborhood of Jenin, where a drone targeted a group of civilians near the Saadi Diwan, resulting in the death of a child and injuries to others.
The aggression was not limited to the city of Jenin but extended to the neighboring town of Qabatiya, where an Israeli drone targeted a Palestinian vehicle in a main street, leading to the killing of Palestinians and injuries to others. Video clips released by “Palestine TV” showed the targeted vehicle engulfed in flames after the bombardment.
Since January 21st, the Israeli occupation has been continuing its intensified military operations in Jenin and its surroundings, resulting in the death of 24 individuals, including children and women. Additionally, the aggression has expanded to include the city of Tulkarm, where three Palestinians were killed last week.
This Israeli escalation reflects a policy of collective punishment, classified as a war crime under international law, as the occupation relies on indiscriminate drone attacks and targeting civilian infrastructure, leading to widespread destruction in Palestinian neighborhoods and increased suffering for the residents.
The serious developments require international intervention to halt Israeli aggression against civilians in the West Bank and compel the occupation to respect its obligations under international law, while working continuously to end this occupation.
