Palestinian doctor shot dead as ambulance gets caught in clash between IDF and gunmen

On Friday (October 14), a Red Crescent ambulance was caught in violent combat between IDF soldiers and Palestinian gunmen, which led to the loss of the lives of a doctor and two medics.

Later, a defence official told the Israeli media that the doctor was shot dead by the Palestinian fire. However, a Fatah official, claimed that the doctor died fighting alongside the resistance fighters. The officials further claimed that the Israeli troops went to the area to arrest a wanted Palestinian, who was alleged to be behind recent shooting attacks.

The doctor was identified as Dr. Abdullah Abu by the Palestinian media, The Jerusalem Post reported.

Uncertainty persists regarding the timeframe of the incident. Videos posted on Twitter showed the scene of the gunfire and how the ambulance was stuck.

Several clips of IDF soldiers were also circulating where they could be seen down an alley firing guns.

It was revealed that six others were injured. The second casualty was recognised as a Hamas operative.

The video depicted numerous encounters between the combatants who appeared to be firing at one another down an alley.

In the West Bank, attacks against Israeli security forces have increased recently, and Jennin has been a focal point of this violence.

Many claimedthat several Palestinian gunmen have attacked military posts in the last few months.

Furthermore, the Israeli troops have detained several Palestinians on charges of violence and attacking the military.

(With inputs from agencies)