Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2315, Date: Monday, January 5, 2026

1. Three Palestinians Killed by Israeli Fire in Gaza as Ceasefire Violations Continue

Three Palestinians, including a fisherman, were killed, and another fisherman was wounded by Israeli occupation forces. A young man was also killed in Jur al-Lut, amid continued violations of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip.

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2. Settlers Seize Land East of Bethlehem and Attack a Vehicle in Salfit

Settlers began fencing off land in the town of Tuqu’, southeast of Bethlehem, with the aim of seizing it, while others attacked a citizen’s vehicle in Salfit. The head of the Tuqu’ Municipal Council, Taysir Abu Mufreh, told our correspondent that a group of settlers stormed the Qanan Shuqair area, northeast of the town, and began fencing off 15 dunams of land with barbed wire. The land, planted with olive trees, belongs to citizens from the Asakrah family and is located only tens of meters from their homes.

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3. Environmental expert warns of health catastrophe in Gaza: Pollution and rubble threaten the lives of displaced people

An environmental expert in the Gaza Strip warned of the serious repercussions of escalating environmental pollution resulting from the ongoing Israeli war, and the spread of rubble, waste, and sewage. He emphasized that these conditions pose a direct threat to the health of hundreds of thousands of displaced people, given the absence of even the most basic necessities of life, and stressed that ending the war has become a prerequisite for mitigating the environmental and health collapse.

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4. Human Rights Warnings of Scabies Outbreak in Israeli Prisons

The Palestinian Prisoners’ Affairs Commission warned of an outbreak of Scabies among prisoners in Ofer Prison, stating that the prison administration is deliberately neglecting medical care and denying prisoners treatment, in addition to the poor quality and scarcity of personal hygiene products provided to them. The Commission explained that prisoner Abdullah Khalil Ali Abu Atiya, 26, from Al-Shammari refugee camp, who has been detained since August 12, 2025, in Section 26 of Ofer Prison, is suffering from ulcers and red, itchy spots on his head, due to a lack of hygiene products and insufficient access to showers.

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5. Gaza Sea Waters Mixed with the Blood of 232 Fishermen Killed Since the Start of the War of Extermination

Palestinian fisherman Abdul Rahman Abdul Hadi Al-Qan died from wounds sustained when Israeli gunboats opened fire on a group of fishermen off the coast of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip. Another fisherman was injured in the same attack.

Zakaria Bakr, coordinator of the fishermen’s committees at the Union of Agricultural Work Committees, confirmed that this incident is part of a series of ongoing violations by the occupation against fishermen. He pointed out that since the ceasefire agreement came into effect, the occupation’s attacks have resulted in the deaths of two more fishermen, in addition to others who drowned when their boats capsized while fishing in dangerous conditions. He also noted the recent arrest of 28 fishermen. Bakr indicated that the number of fishermen killed since the beginning of the war on Gaza has reached 232, including 67 who were killed while working at sea as a result of direct attacks on their boats.

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6. Health Ministry in Gaza: 71,386 Martyrs Since October 7, 2023

The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip announced that three martyrs arrived at the Strip’s hospitals in the past 24 hours, one of whom was a citizen killed in the collapse of a building in Khan Younis, in addition to 13 injuries. The Ministry explained in its statement that a number of victims remain under the rubble and in the streets, as ambulance and civil defense teams are unable to reach them at this time. It noted that the number of martyrs since the ceasefire on October 11 has reached 420, with 1,184 injuries and 684 bodies recovered. The total number of martyrs since the beginning of the aggression on October 7, 2023, has risen to 71,386, with 171,264 injuries.

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7. Prisoners’ Media Office: 86 Palestinian Prisoners Die in Israeli Jails in Less Than Two Years

The Prisoners’ Media Office documented the deaths of 86 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails between October 2023 and December 2025, emphasizing that this unprecedented number indicates a systematic pattern of torture, ill-treatment, and deliberate medical neglect. The office explained that 47 prisoners died as a result of torture and beatings coupled with denial of medical treatment, while 41 others died from treatable illnesses and injuries such as cancer, diabetes, scabies, and wounds.

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8. Neighborhoods in Silwan Subjected to Extensive Displacement and Ethnic Cleansing

Neighborhoods in the town of Silwan in Jerusalem are subjected to an extensive ethnic cleansing and forced displacement campaign by Israeli occupation forces. These forces are exploiting the state of emergency, which has been in place for over two years, to seize as much land and homes as possible. This is part of a systematic settlement plan targeting the southern flank of Al-Aqsa Mosque and is being implemented silently under the pretext of security concerns. The Batn al-Hawa neighborhood is one of the most prominent areas targeted by the Ateret Cohanim settlement organization. It is located in a strategically important area of ​​Silwan, as the buildings there are situated on higher ground, unlike the rest of the town.

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9. Occupation Forces Open Fire on Unarmed Fishermen

Rowing amidst bullets to escape death… A widely circulated video documents Israeli occupation forces opening fire on two fishermen off the coast of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip.

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*European*

10. German police violently suppress pro-Palestinian protesters

Arrests were made during a crackdown on protests in the streets of the German capital, Berlin, during a demonstration in support of Palestine.

……..11. Demonstrations in Support of “Fulton 24” Outside Newhall Prison

Newhall Prison in Wakefield witnessed an unprecedented security presence following peaceful protests in support of Hiba and the other hunger strikers detained in British prisons, known as the Fulton 24.
Officers arrived at the scene without uniforms and forcefully suppressed the demonstrators, aiming to disrupt the right to peaceful assembly and pressure the protesters, who are demanding the release and protection of the hunger strikers, to end the demonstrations. Participating activists confirmed that the demonstrations are part of a broader campaign to support the hunger strikers in British prisons, amid growing concerns for their lives and health due to the continuation of the strike.

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12. BBC Biased Towards Israel and Undermines Palestinian Suffering

A comprehensive analysis conducted by the Media Monitoring Center revealed that the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) provides clearly biased coverage in favor of the occupation, at the expense of the suffering of the Palestinians. This came as part of a 12-month study led by journalist Rizwana Hamed, which analyzed 35,000 BBC media items.

The results showed that Israelis received 33 times more media coverage than Palestinians, indicating a significant gap in the British network’s coverage. According to the Media Monitoring Center, this analysis reflects “the official approach of the corporation in dealing with the conflict,” with a systematic downplaying of Palestinian suffering, despite the scale of the tragic events in the Palestinian territories.

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13. Global Demonstrations Demand Punishment for the Occupation and Continued Solidarity with Palestine

Global demonstrations continue in solidarity with the Palestinian people, with thousands of protesters taking to the streets in various cities around the world to demand punishment for the Israeli occupation and an end to violations against civilians. In Manchester, massive marches took place, with participants waving Palestinian flags and carrying banners demanding an end to the violations and the rights of Palestinians. Meanwhile, protests in London focused on pressuring governments to halt political and economic support for the occupation.

In Sweden, large demonstrations took place in Stockholm and several other cities, emphasizing continued European solidarity with Palestine and opposition to normalization with the occupation. Hanover, Germany, also witnessed the participation of activists from various solidarity groups, who stressed that international silence exacerbates the suffering of civilians in Gaza and the West Bank. Protesters at all these events emphasized that solidarity with Palestine is not limited to street demonstrations, but also includes pressuring international institutions, the media, and civil society to ensure accountability for the occupation’s ongoing violations, while raising their voices in defense of the Palestinian people’s rights to freedom and dignity.

……….14. Berkeley Tech Students Affirm Support for Palestine

Abby Brooks-Ramirez, a member of STEM for Palestine and a graduate student in Electrical and Computer Engineering, spoke about the stance of STEM students and graduates regarding involvement in projects that “contradict humanitarian ethics.” In her address at the Teach In seminar, she emphasized that they refuse to be complicit, reject the academic narrative that portrays technology as neutral, and stand against any pressure or intimidation to silence them about the realities of Palestine and the role of technology in genocide and apartheid.

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15. British Campaign Calls for Pledge to Defend Palestinian Rights

The Palestine Solidarity Campaign launched an urgent appeal to citizens to demand that local government representatives pledge to defend the rights of Palestinians. The campaign aims to encourage local council members to join the “Pledge for Palestine,” in which signatories commit to defending the fundamental rights of the Palestinian people and working to expose ongoing Israeli violations. The campaign calls on the public to contact local council members directly via email, urging them to sign the pledge and contribute to increasing political pressure on the occupation. Organizers emphasize that citizen participation and engaging their elected representatives is a vital step in supporting justice and human rights, and strengthens solidarity with Palestinians in the face of ongoing violations.

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16. Thousands of Irish Artists Renew Commitment to Boycotting the Occupation

The number of signatories to the Irish artists’ pledge to boycott Israel has exceeded 2,415, a strong indication of continued solidarity with the Palestinian people and rejection of settlement violations in the occupied territories. This initiative is part of a broader campaign to support Palestinian rights and oppose the apartheid regime, affirming that art and culture are effective tools for pressuring the occupation and exposing violations to international public opinion.

The Irish Palestine Solidarity Campaign (IPSC) was launched in August 2010, starting with over 140 signatures from artists. Today, it boasts 2,415 signatures from artists and cultural workers, reaffirming its commitment to boycotting any performances or funding linked to the Israeli government until the occupation adheres to international law and human rights principles.

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17. Protest outside Home Bargins in Aberdeen to remove Israeli products

Pro-Palestinian activists staged a protest outside Home Bargins in Aberdeen, demanding the removal of Israeli products from the shelves as part of a boycott campaign in support of the Palestinian cause. Participants held signs with slogans such as “Remove Israeli products from the shelves,” emphasizing the responsibility of consumers to refuse to support the occupation. The protest also expressed solidarity with the hunger strikers of the Fulton 24 activists in Britain and in support of Dr. Hussam Abu Safieh, as part of an ongoing series of events to affirm Palestinian rights and condemn violations.

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*International*

18. Thai Restaurant Bans Israeli Tourists

A restaurant in Thailand announced a ban on Israeli tourists, displaying a sign at its entrance that read “No Israeli tourists.” According to the accompanying video, the decision was made in protest against the crimes committed against civilians in Gaza, as well as repeated complaints regarding offensive behavior and disrespect for local customs and traditions by Israeli tourists.

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19. Israel revokes licenses of 37 international aid organizations operating in Gaza

Israel has begun revoking the operating licenses of 37 international organizations that deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, claiming they refused to submit lists of their staff and cooperate with a new security registration mechanism, according to the Israeli Broadcasting Corporation (Kan). Kan reported that the move is being led by a joint government committee headed by the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism, and includes sending official letters to more than ten organizations, including Doctors Without Borders (MSF), stating that their licenses are revoked effective January 1st, and granting them until March 1st to cease operations. The Israeli security establishment claimed that the registration mechanism is based on professional and security standards aimed at protecting the humanitarian system and preventing the infiltration of “terrorist elements,” alleging that investigations revealed the involvement of MSF employees in activities it described as “terrorist.”