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Palestinian Woman Killed, UN Schools Shut Amid Violence

4/9/2025

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A Palestinian woman was tragically shot and killed by Israeli forces near Haris, heightening the already fraught atmosphere in the West Bank. In a troubling move, Israeli authorities have also shut down all UNRWA schools in Jerusalem, impacting hundreds of students and further jeopardizing educational opportunities for Palestinian refugees amidst escalating violence and military operations.

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A Palestinian woman was tragically shot and killed by Israeli forces near Haris, heightening the already fraught atmosphere in the West Bank. In a troubling move, Israeli authorities have also shut down all UNRWA schools in Jerusalem, impacting hundreds of students and further jeopardizing educational opportunities for Palestinian refugees amidst escalating violence and military operations.