Bethlehem: Israeli occupation forces (IOF) demolished two homes in the town of Al-Khader, south of Bethlehem, on Wednesday. Security sources told WAFA correspondent that IOF stormed Al-Khader, positioned themselves in the "Ard Al-Deir" area, closed it off, and proceeded to demolish two two-story homes belonging to local residents Mohammad Adnan Abu Amous and Hassan Yousef Salah. The same source added that IOF fired tear gas and sound bombs at citizens to prevent them from reaching the demolition site. No injuries were reported. According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, IOF carried out 57 demolitions in August, affecting 125 structures, including 39 inhabited homes, 52 agricultural facilities, and 20 livelihood facilities.
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