Israeli Woman on Her Way to Give Birth Is Killed in West Bank Attack

nytimes.comPublished: 5/15/2025

Summary

An Israeli woman attempting to give birth in the West Bank was tragically shot and killed during an attack that Hamas described as a heroic act. The baby boy survived after surgery but remains in serious condition. Despite no immediate claim of responsibility from Palestinian groups, the attack has been labeled as terrorism by Israeli authorities, with officials actively seeking the perpetrator. Recent escalations in violence in the occupied West Bank, where hundreds of Palestinians have been killed and tens of thousands displaced, highlight the ongoing tensions and security concerns facing the region.