Israeli Soldier Wounds Palestinian Near Faku'a; Live Fire Rules Under Review

An Israeli soldier shot and wounded a Palestinian man near the village of Faku'a in northern Samaria, an area near the separation line. The incident began when Palestinians reportedly started throwing stones at an Israeli shepherd near the "Zait be-Gilboa" farm. Soldiers arrived to assist the shepherd. According to a security source cited by Galey Tzahal correspondent Doron Kashdow, one soldier initially fired into the air to disperse the crowd. Subsequently, the soldier fired at a Palestinian man, wounding him. The source indicated that at the time of the shooting, the Palestinian was no longer throwing stones and did not pose a threat, suggesting the soldier fired in violation of regulations.

The injured Palestinian was transported to a hospital by the Red Crescent. The IDF stated that the command is investigating the incident and that the findings will be forwarded to the relevant authorities for review. The "Zait be-Gilboa" farm was established in the area several weeks ago and is located near Faku'a. The article also briefly mentions the US sending a delegation to Kusra, but provides no further details on this separate event.