Israeli troops have targeted Palestinian protesters who were demonstrating against the siege of the blockaded enclave near Gaza’s fence, with the Gaza Health Ministry reporting 24 injuries.
“Twenty-four civilians were injured, including 10 children,” the ministry said in a statement on Saturday.
“Two of the injuries are critical, one of whom is a 13-year-old boy, who was hit in the head east of Gaza City.”
The Israeli army told AFP news agency that “hundreds of rioters and demonstrators” had gathered along the fence.
“Troops are prepared in the area and are using riot dispersal means, and if necessary, .22 calibre rounds,” the army said.
SOURCE: https://www.trtworld.com/middle-east/israel-targets-protesting-palestinians-in-gaza-dozens-wounded-49368