From the Liveblog of
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
One Palestinian reported killed as intense clashes erupt in Jenin
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
Palestinian media outlets report heavy clashes between gunmen and Israeli troops in the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank.
The Palestinian Authority health ministry says one Palestinian has been killed and 10 others are wounded during the clashes.
According to the reports, the IDF carried out a strike against a building.
Unverified reports suggest there are a number of Palestinians wounded in the fighting.
One video shows gunfire appearing to hit a minaret where shots are apparently being fired from.
BREAKING: The occupying Israeli regime attacks the minaret of the Grand Mosque of the Jenin refugee camp with gunfire. pic.twitter.com/4AIchWl1FY
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) September 19, 2023
The IDF earlier confirmed that troops were operating in the camp, without providing further details.
The Times of Israel Community.