[IsraelTimes] Hundreds of Paleostinians rioted along the Gazoo security fence on Sunday night, throwing rocks and Molotov cocktails at Israeli troops on the other side, according to the Israel Defense Forces.
In response, the soldiers launched tear gas canisters at the rioters and fired live rounds "in accordance with the rules of engagement," an army spokesperson said.
According to the military, approximately 300 Paleostinians in total took part in the violent demonstrations, spread out among three main locations. They threw rocks, Molotov cocktails and high-powered fireworks at the soldiers.
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No injuries on either side were immediately reported.
Similar riots were held along the Gazoo security fence on Saturday night, with some 450 Paleostinians taking part, the army said. |
