Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2387, Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026

1. Health: 8 dead and 17 injured admitted to Gaza hospitals in 24 hours

The Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip announced that 8 dead and 17 injured were brought to hospitals over the past 24 hours.
In a report, the ministry stated that since the ceasefire on October 11, 2025, the total number of deaths has reached 671, the total number of injured 1,779, and 756 bodies have been recovered.
According to the ministry, the death toll from the Israeli offensive has risen to 72,247 dead and 171,878 injured since October 7, 2023.

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2. **Settlers fence off more than 500 dunams west of Salfit in preparation for seizure**

Settlers fenced off hundreds of dunams of Palestinian land between the towns of Al-Zawiya and Rafat, west of Salfit, as a preliminary step toward seizing it.
Local sources reported that a group of settlers from a pastoral outpost in the area enclosed more than 500 dunams with barbed wire, as a first step toward gradually taking control.
Sources added that settlers also attacked an agricultural structure belonging to Hamdallah Abu Naba’a, destroying and vandalizing its contents.

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3. **Euro-Med Monitor: Israel exploits war with Iran to intensify starvation policy against civilians in Gaza**

The Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor stated that Israel is taking advantage of international focus on the war with Iran to intensify a policy of starving civilians in the Gaza Strip, noting that occupation forces have closed crossings into the territory.
In a statement, the monitor said that on February 28, all crossings with Gaza were closed and the entry of aid, fuel, and commercial supplies was suspended.

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4. **Al-Shawa: Decline in aid worsens humanitarian crisis in Gaza and threatens return of famine**

Amjad Al-Shawa, executive director of the Palestinian NGO Network in Gaza, warned that the humanitarian situation is worsening due to the sharp decline in aid entering the territory in recent times, stressing that continued restrictions on essential supplies could lead to a return of famine.
He said the humanitarian situation is “becoming increasingly complex,” while Gaza has not yet recovered from the consequences of the war and the large-scale humanitarian crisis it caused.

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5. **Occupation forces confiscate prisoners’ belongings amid deteriorating living conditions**

The Prisoners’ Media Office stated that repression forces of the Israeli prison administration raided sections of Nafha desert prison last Saturday, carrying out searches accompanied by assaults on prisoners and confiscation of their belongings.
The office said that quantities of food, cups, plastic utensils, and personal items were seized, further worsening living conditions inside the prison.

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6. **Settlers block vital roads and disrupt the last ten nights in the West Bank and Jerusalem**

West Bank governorates and occupied Jerusalem witnessed a dangerous and systematic escalation in settler attacks.
In Jerusalem, settlers assaulted civilians near Bab al-Silsila, engaging in provocations, verbal abuse, and obstructing the road leading to Al-Aqsa Mosque.
In the southern West Bank, in Tubas, armed settlers chased shepherds and prevented residents from accessing their grazing lands.

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**European**

7. **Video: Israelis expelled and arrested on a Brazilian beach**

Israeli tourists were expelled and three of them arrested in Brazil after a physical clash with pro-Palestinian demonstrators during a march in the coastal city of Itacaré in Bahia state.

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8. **Irish party boycotts meeting with Trump at the White House in solidarity with Gaza**

The Irish party Sinn Féin announced it would boycott St. Patrick’s Day events at the White House in protest over the situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
Party leader Mary Lou McDonald said the party is using its voice to demand respect for international law and the establishment of peace.
This marks the second consecutive year the party has boycotted the event where U.S. President Donald Trump hosts the Irish prime minister.

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9. **Video: British singer Bob Vylan denounces repression of solidarity protests**

At a large solidarity protest in London, British singer Bob Vylan delivered a speech condemning British repression of a Jerusalem march that saw broad support for Palestine and Iran.
He is known for the chant “death to the Israeli army,” which he led at the Glastonbury Festival before thousands, later becoming widely used in solidarity events.
In response, Donald Trump called for sanctions against the group by revoking their U.S. visas, claiming the chant constitutes antisemitism.

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10. **Irish calls to halt livestock exports to Israel**

The Irish Palestine Solidarity Campaign organized a protest at Greenore Port in County Louth, calling on the government to stop exporting live cattle to Israel.
They condemned government complicity and called for intensified protests on March 18–19 to prevent a ship from departing, in cooperation with the group “Animal Rights for Palestine.”

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11. **Video: Artists raise Palestine’s voice at the Oscars**

This year’s Oscars ceremony in Los Angeles saw notable moments of solidarity with Palestine.
Actress Charithra Chandran highlighted the humanitarian situation of Palestinians.
Spanish actor Javier Bardem wore a pin featuring Handala and said: “No to war, and free Palestine.”
Members of the film “The Voice of Hind Rajab” explained their pins symbolized a call for a permanent ceasefire. They also noted the absence of their colleague Mutaz Malhees, who was barred from entering the United States.

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**International**

12. **Video: “Free Palestine” dominates the New York Marathon**

During the 2026 New York Half Marathon, runners reacted enthusiastically to Palestinian flags waved by spectators, amid chants of “Free Palestine.”

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13. **Video: Spanish actor Bardem applauded after chant at the Oscars**

Javier Bardem received strong applause after declaring “No to war, and free Palestine” on stage at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood before presenting the Best International Feature Film award at the 98th Oscars.

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14. **AP: Israeli organization behind relocation of hundreds of Palestinians from Gaza**

The Associated Press revealed that a right-wing Israeli organization, “Ad Kan,” organized at least three flights between May and November 2024, transferring hundreds of Palestinians from Gaza to South Africa and Indonesia.
The investigation relied on documents, passenger lists, financial records, and interviews.
It found the operation was carried out through a front company called “Al-Amjad,” presented as a humanitarian organization.

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15. **Investigation: Settlement organization behind relocation flights of Palestinians to Asia and Africa**

An Associated Press investigation found that “Ad Kan” organized flights transferring Palestinians from Gaza to Asian and African countries.
About 380 Palestinians have been transported to countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and South Africa since May 2025, amid harsh living conditions caused by war and widespread destruction.