"Israeli Security Forces Under Scrutiny After Fatal Shooting of Palestinian Boy"
A 12-year-old Palestinian boy in east Jerusalem was shot and killed by Israeli police while lighting a firework, sparking scrutiny over Israel's use of deadly force. The incident has raised concerns about the surge of Palestinians, including children, being killed by Israeli forces since October 7. The Israeli police claim the officer acted appropriately, citing regulations permitting shooting someone aiming a firework in a life-threatening way, while the government says the shooting is under investigation. The boy's family disputes the justification for the shooting, and human rights groups have criticized the use of lethal force against Palestinian children.
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