Israeli Forces Use Tear Gas During Palestinian Funeral Protests
April 22, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Israeli Forces Engage in Tear Gas Incident at Palestinian Funeral
A funeral procession for two Palestinians who were killed by settlers was disrupted on Tuesday when Israeli forces fired tear gas at mourners.
The incident occurred at a school in the occupied West Bank, where the deceased individuals were laid to rest. According to eyewitness accounts, Israeli security personnel arrived at the scene and deployed tear gas canisters, causing a dispersal of the crowd.
Details regarding the circumstances surrounding the killings are not yet available. However, it is reported that the two Palestinians were killed by settlers in the area.
The incident has sparked concerns about the safety and security of mourners attending funerals in the occupied West Bank. Local authorities have issued statements urging calm and restraint in light of the situation.
No further information is currently available regarding the actions taken by Israeli forces or the response of Palestinian authorities to the incident. The incident is being investigated, but details are not yet publicly disclosed.
The school where the funeral took place has been identified as a location for mourning ceremonies in the past. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Israeli security forces and Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank.
Source: Al Jazeera