Israeli Forces Kill Two-Year-Old Girl in West Bank Raid

A two-year-old Palestinian girl, Laila Al-Khatib, was killed by Israeli forces during a military raid in the West Bank on Saturday. According to the Palestinian Ministry of Health, she was shot in the head amidst an operation targeting suspected militants in the village of Ash-Shuhada. The Israeli military stated it is investigating the incident, claiming troops fired on a building after receiving intelligence regarding the presence of fighters. The assault has escalated tensions in the region, with reports indicating that Israeli forces have conducted extensive operations in Jenin, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries among Palestinians. The ongoing violence has been exacerbated since the conflict escalated following the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, with significant losses reported on both sides. This tragic incident highlights the continuing humanitarian crisis and violence in the occupied territories.