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IDF Kills Two Palestinians Amid Escalating West Bank Violence

12/21/2025

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IDF Kills Palestinians

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) killed two Palestinians in West Bank incidents.
Rayan Abu Mualla, 16, was killed in Qabatiya after allegedly throwing a brick.
Ahmad Zayoud, 22, was killed in Silat al-Harithiya for reportedly hurling an explosive device.
The IDF confirmed no soldiers were injured, with Palestinian media releasing footage suggesting Abu Mualla did not attack the soldiers.
Violence in the West Bank has escalated since October 2023.

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IDF Eliminates Militants

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) paratroopers from the Menashe Brigade killed two militants in separate operations.
In Qabatiya city, a militant was killed after throwing a brick at the forces.
In Silat al-Harithiya village, another militant was killed for throwing an explosive device.
The IDF spokesperson said there were no casualties among the soldiers.

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IDF Kills Palestinians

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) killed two Palestinians in West Bank incidents.
Rayan Abu Mualla, 16, was killed in Qabatiya after allegedly throwing a brick.
Ahmad Zayoud, 22, was killed in Silat al-Harithiya for reportedly hurling an explosive device.
The IDF confirmed no soldiers were injured, with Palestinian media releasing footage suggesting Abu Mualla did not attack the soldiers.
Violence in the West Bank has escalated since October 2023.

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