A Palestinian boy is shot dead after he lit a firework. Israel's use of deadly force is scrutinized
12-year-old boy fatally shot by Israeli police in east Jerusalem, sparking outcry over use of lethal force.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
A 12-year-old boy in east Jerusalem was fatally shot by Israeli police while holding a firework, an incident captured on video. There has been a surge in Palestinian deaths since October, with at least 435 Palestinians killed, including around 100 children. The family claims the boy posed no threat. Israeli authorities say the shooting is under investigation, but tensions remain high with accusations of unjustified lethal force and lack of accountability for such incidents.