- Israeli forces raided Palestinian homes in Khalil al-Louz, Bethlehem, causing civilian distress.
- Overnight operations across the West Bank led to multiple arrests and injuries.
- Hundreds of Israeli military personnel and veterans signed petitions demanding an end to the Gaza war.
- Israeli settlers, under military protection, stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque, escalating tensions.
- Gaza’s health system is collapsing due to medicine shortages amid ongoing conflict.
On April 14, 2025, Israeli forces and settlers raided Palestinian homes in Khalil al-Louz, near Bethlehem. Settlers grazed sheep on Palestinian-owned land, which had olive and almond trees. Soldiers used live ammunition and tear gas to disperse protesting Palestinians. Settlers attacked several homes, intimidating women and children.
Israeli military operations escalated overnight across the West Bank. In Awarta, southwest of Nablus, soldiers shot a Palestinian child in the back. The child was hospitalized after the incident. Meanwhile, soldiers arrested Yazan Odeh in Nablus and raided multiple villages, causing arrests and property damage.
Checkpoints around Jericho were closed, leading to heavy traffic disruptions. Soldiers raided areas like Beit Furik, al-Mazraa ash-Sharqiya, Kobar, and al-Issawiya. These actions resulted in multiple arrests and significant property damage, further intensifying tensions.
Amid the violence, a growing number of Israeli military personnel and veterans are calling for an end to the Gaza war. Nearly 1,000 air force reservists, including a former chief of staff, signed a letter urging the government to focus on hostages. Over 250 former Mossad operatives, including three ex-chiefs, also criticized the government’s actions.
Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque
On April 14, 2025, over 480 Israeli settlers, under military protection, entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem. They performed Talmudic rituals and led “provocative” tours. Meanwhile, Israeli forces restricted Palestinian worshippers, checking IDs and detaining some at the gates.
In Gaza, the Health Ministry reported a severe shortage of medications. This lack of supplies prevents emergency treatments for many wounded. Patients with cancer, kidney failure, and heart conditions are among those struggling without essential medication.
The rising Israeli military operations in the West Bank and Gaza highlight a growing humanitarian crisis. Coupled with increasing dissent within Israel, it underscores the need for diplomatic efforts to push for a ceasefire and peace agreement.