Israeli forces killed four Palestinians in a vehicle in the occupied West Bank on Sunday, March 13, 2026, Palestinian health authorities reported. The deceased were identified as a family: a 35-year-old woman, a 37-year-old man, and their two children, aged 5 and 7.
The Israeli military stated the vehicle was fired upon after it allegedly ignored orders to stop at a checkpoint and was suspected of being involved in militant activity. The military said it was reviewing the incident. Palestinian officials have condemned the killings.
The incident occurred near the city of Tulkarm, an area that has seen increased Israeli military operations. It has heightened tensions in the region amid ongoing conflict.
