Israeli troops fire 'warning shots' at diplomats in West Bank

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Israeli troops fired what they say were "warning shots" at a group of diplomats in the city of Jenin in the West Bank on Wednesday. The Israeli Defense Forces claimed the group had entered a restricted area without authorization. No injuries were reported.

Palestinian news agency WAFA said the delegation included diplomats from at least 20 countries, including Japan. They were visiting the city to assess the situation.

The EU's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, expressed her outrage. She said, "We definitely call on Israel to investigate this incident, and also hold these accountable, who are responsible for this, and any threats on diplomats' lives are unacceptable."

Israeli troops have been conducting raids in Jenin in an effort to root out militants. The fighting has forced many residents to flee their homes.

Ref : NHK World