Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinians at a Hebron checkpoint on Saturday, December 6, 2025, amid sharply contrasting accounts of the incident. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated troops opened fire when a vehicle accelerated toward soldiers during an operational activity, lightly injuring one soldier. The military identified the unit involved as the 202nd Battalion of the Paratroopers Brigade.
Palestinian news agency WAFA reported Israeli forces fired on a civilian vehicle in Hebron's Bab al-Zawiya area and prevented Red Crescent ambulances from reaching victims. The conflicting narratives underscore ongoing tensions in the region, where violence has surged since October 2023. Palestinian authorities report nearly 1,000 fatalities and widespread property destruction over the past two years.
The West Bank remains a focal point of geopolitical friction, with Israel's occupation and settlement expansion since 1967 widely regarded as violating international law. Analysts warn the latest incident risks further destabilization as diplomatic efforts to address the conflict remain stalled.
