Israeli forces have raided the city of Hebron and the nearby town of Idhna, firing weapons, sound bombs and toxic gas, according to the Wafa news agency.

Israel’s military put up several checkpoints at the entrances of Hebron and deployed security forces to the nearby Fawar refugee camp as its deadly raids continue across the occupied West Bank.

Israeli forces also demolished a home and several agricultural structures while raiding the village of Beit Awwa, southwest of Hebron.

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