Israel Raids West Bank Hospital, Kills Stabbing Suspect's Cousin

The Israeli army confirmed its forces raided a West Bank hospital and fatally shot a Palestinian on Thursday, Reuters reported.

The raid took place to detain Abdallah Azzam al-Shalalda, a stabbing suspect who was in the hospital. Forces shot the man’s cousin when he suddenly entered the room from the bathroom.

Al-Shalalda was wanted in connection with the stabbing of an Israeli settler near Hebron two weeks ago. After stabbing the settler, he was shot by his victim but managed to escape.

A military spokeswoman said he and his family, including the cousin, were known Hamas operatives, according to Reuters.

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