Israeli soldiers kill 7‑month‑old Palestinian baby in West Bank

Israeli military forces shot into a car on the occupied West Bank, killing a seven‑month‑old baby named Sam. The infant was hit in the skull, the bullet exiting into the mother's jaw, while the father sustained light injuries. Israeli officials said the vehicle had approached them and promised an investigation, a statement that has historically resulted in no convictions. The incident comes amid an increase in Israeli attacks on the West Bank since the war in Gaza began, with reports of thousands of Palestinians killed by the army and armed settlers.

Human‑rights groups have highlighted the growing number of civilian deaths in the occupied territory, and the latest killing has drawn international criticism over the use of lethal force against civilians.