Thousands of Palestinians participated in the funeral of 14 year old Muayad Osama Abd Al Jawarish from Aida Refugee Camp, Bethlehem, who was killed yesterday after being shot with live ammunition to his head. Severe clashes erupted following the funeral in the Bethlehem area. Exchange of fire was reported near the Southern entrance of Bethlehem. The Southern Commander of the Israeli Defence Forces stated this evening that one soldier was wounded and is in critical condition. He stated further that tanks had been deployed around Beit Jala, and that Israeli attack helicopters would be brought in if the situation did not calm down.
Recent reports state the Israeli helicopters are preparing to attack the village.
Reports received this past hour state that Rafah Refugee Camp has been attacked by Israeli helicopters firing LAW missiles, with 4 injuries reported thus far. No further information is available. In Ramallah, clashes erupted once again at the Northern entrance of the city. There have been no reports of serious injuries thus far. Recent reports state that heavy gunfire is being heard from the nearby Israeli settlement of Pisgot.