Hebron: Several Palestinian citizens suffocated from tear gas fired by Israeli occupation forces after midnight during a military raid on Al-Fawwar refugee camp, south of Hebron. WAFA correspondent reported that the occupation forces stormed the camp, firing stun grenades and tear gas at citizens and their homes, causing several to suffer from suffocation. They were all treated at the scene.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, the incident unfolded as Israeli forces entered the refugee camp, leading to heightened tensions in the area. Tear gas and stun grenades were deployed, affecting many residents who were exposed to the gas. The affected individuals received immediate medical attention on-site, preventing the need for hospitalization.
The military operation in Al-Fawwar camp is part of ongoing tensions in the region, where confrontations between Israeli forces and Palestinian citizens frequently occur. The use of tear gas and other crowd control measures in these situations often leads to health complications among civilians, including suffocation and other respiratory issues.