‘I can’t feel my leg’: Israeli gunfire disables teenagers in West Bank

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: Israel
Society & Lifestyle
‘I can’t feel my leg’: Israeli gunfire disables teenagers in West Bank

The Askar refugee camp in the occupied West Bank has become a place of fear for children, who avoid playing outside due to Israeli gunfire. Since October 7, 2023, three teenagers have been killed and many more injured, including 18-year-old Amir Othman, who lost the use of his leg after being shot by Israeli soldiers. Residents describe the situation as a constant terror, where soldiers shoot to kill or cause disability.

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