Israel launches investigation after soldiers caught on video throwing bodies from rooftop

WORLD

Deleanie Gwilliam

9/21/20241 min read

Israel's military is investigating after soldiers were filmed throwing the bodies of three Palestinians off a rooftop during a raid in Qabatiya, West Bank.

A bulldozer was also seen removing the bodies. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) called the incident a serious violation of its values. Local officials report that at least seven Palestinians were killed during the operation. One of the deceased, Shadi Zakarneh, was identified as responsible for attacks in the area.

The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the act as a crime, and the White House expressed concern about the footage. Violence in the West Bank has increased since the conflict with Hamas began, leading to many casualties on both sides.