The Israeli army attacks Azon village and injures two civilians

Saturday January 05, 2008 21:43 by Ghassan Bannoura - IMEMC News

Two Palestinian civilians were injured by Israeli army fire at midday on Saturday during a military attack on the village of Azon located east of Qalqilia city in the northern part of the West Bank.

Israeli soldiers in action - File 2007

Local sources reported that at least 10 Israeli military vehicles stormed the village on Saturday midday; troops searched homes and opened fire at civilians.

Medical sources reported that the two injured, known as Mohamed Fisal and Othman Radwan, both sustained moderate wounds to the legs.

Israeli soldiers imposed a curfew in the village not allowing residents to leave their homes. After some time, troops left and no kidnappings were reported.

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