Israeli army arrest Palestinian child in West Bank raids

Israeli soldiers detained a Palestinian child Saturday during raids in the West Bank, according to the Palestinian news agency, Wafa.

Israeli forces carried out operations in towns and villages across Al-Bireh, Hebron, and Jenin, using tear gas and live ammunition during raids. A child was taken into custody in Al-Bireh.

Illegal Israeli settlers damaged Palestinian-owned vehicles in Bethlehem, escalating tensions in the area.

Since the beginning of Israel's military campaign in the Gaza Strip on Oct. 7, 2023, there has been a significant increase in detentions, raids and attacks against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem.

The attacks have claimed the lives of 823 Palestinians, including 167 children to date.