Israeli school assault wounds dozens of Palestinians in West Bank raid

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffJanuary 6, 2026 at 07:57 PM

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On January 6, 2026, dozens of people were wounded when the Israeli army raided Birzeit University in the occupied West Bank. Israeli soldiers opened fire with live rounds, sound grenades, and tear gas, injuring students and staff. According to the Palestine Red Crescent Society, three people were shot in the legs and others suffered from tear gas inhalation and shrapnel wounds. Birzeit University condemned the attack, stating it was a violation of the sanctity of educational institutions and an attempt to intimidate students. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that eleven people were treated at a Ramallah hospital.

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United Nations (UN) 30% Gaza ×240% Palestine Red Crescent Society 50% Youssef Sharawneh 50% Mustafa Rimawi 50% Istishari Arab Hospital ×260% Palestinian Ministry of Health 60% Ramallah ×270% Israeli army 80% Birzeit University ×280% Israel ×390% West Bank ×490%

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israeli army attack 90% birzeit university 80% west bank 80% palestinians 70% tear gas 60% live rounds 60% right to education 50% military zone 50% occupied territory 40%