Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2371, Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026

1. Health Ministry: 9 killed and 19 injured arrived at Gaza hospitals within 48 hours

The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that 9 fatalities and 19 injuries were received at hospitals across the Strip over the past 48 hours.
It noted that a number of victims remain under the rubble and in the streets, as ambulance and civil defense crews are unable to reach them so far.
The ministry stated that since the ceasefire on October 11, the number of fatalities and injuries has reached 628 killed and 1,686 injured, in addition to the recovery of 735 bodies.
It added that the cumulative toll since the beginning of the offensive on October 7, 2023, has reached 72,095 killed and 171,784 injured.

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**2. Occupation tightens measures north of Jerusalem and settler attacks in Ramallah**

Various areas in the West Bank witnessed tightened Israeli military measures and attacks carried out by settlers, resulting in injuries and property damage, while occupation forces closed several entrances and checkpoints.
In northern occupied Jerusalem, Israeli forces tightened their measures at Jaba checkpoint and closed the entrance to the nearby town of Al-Ram.
Local sources reported that Israeli forces shut the Jaba military checkpoint with an iron gate in both directions and also closed the entrance to Al-Ram, obstructing citizens’ movement and causing traffic congestion in the area.

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**3. Warnings of escalating settler violence under cover of international preoccupation**

Amid accelerating international focus on regional military developments, particularly the war on Iran, Palestinians fear that this climate is being exploited to impose new realities on the ground in the West Bank, away from media scrutiny and political oversight.
In this context, the Wall and Settlement Resistance Commission warned of an expected escalation in settler attacks, stating that moments of regional turmoil are often used to entrench annexation and forced displacement policies.
The head of the commission, Minister Moayad Shaaban, called on Palestinians to exercise greater caution in light of what he described as a “new surge in settler crimes,” amid regional tension and global distraction over recent military developments.

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**4. Occupation tightens measures in the West Bank; settlers attack Al-Taybeh**

Israeli forces escalated military measures in several areas of the West Bank, alongside settler attacks on residents and their property.
In Salfit Governorate, Israeli forces detained a young man at the iron gate near Qarawat Bani Hassan, west of the governorate, abused him and subjected him to field interrogation. His identity remains unknown.
In Qalqilya Governorate, Israeli forces closed the entrances of Kafr Laqif, Azzun Atma, Al-Funduq, and Hajja with iron gates, restricting movement.
Meanwhile, settlers attacked the town of Al-Taybeh east of Ramallah, spread around residents’ homes, and seized a mare and her foal from in front of one house.

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**5. Settlers’ violations during Ramadan: peak of annexation and dominance plan**

The current escalation during the holy month of Ramadan, involving both Israeli military forces and settlers in the West Bank, goes beyond routine measures. It stems from concerns about preventing a repeat of previous uprisings, as Ramadan is considered a catalyst for unrest under Israeli doctrine.
The West Bank and occupied Jerusalem have witnessed a dangerous rise in settler attacks, fully backed by the Israeli army, characterized by excessive force and retaliatory actions.

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**6. #Video: Settlers attack a Palestinian village in Nablus**

Footage circulating online documents an attack carried out by Israeli settlers on the village of Jalud, south of Nablus in the occupied West Bank, during which homes and Palestinian residents were assaulted.

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**7. #Video: Settlers brutally beat solidarity activists**

Footage shows two Israeli solidarity activists and another Palestinian being severely beaten by extremist settlers in the town of Qusra, south of Nablus, during a solidarity event in the Ras al-Ain area, amid expanding settlement activity.

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### *European*

**8. #Video: Pro-Palestine supporters deface Churchill statue in London**

Activists splashed red paint on the statue of former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and wrote pro-Palestine slogans on it in Parliament Square, Westminster, central London.

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**9. Irish health forum unanimously backs boycott of Israeli company “Teva”**

The West and North-West Regional Health Forum in Ireland, following a proposal by Councillor Declan Bree, called for a boycott of pharmaceuticals produced by the Israeli company Teva, stating that viable alternatives are available in the Irish market.
Bree said that Teva, Israel’s largest pharmaceutical company, is a primary supplier of prescription drugs in Ireland and generates millions of euros annually for Israel, part of which he claimed funds the ongoing genocide against Palestinians.
He added that losses in Gaza and the West Bank are significant, with more than 72,000 Palestinians killed and over 171,000 injured since the start of the war, noting that 70% of victims are women and children, alongside deliberate deprivation of food, water, and medicine, which the United Nations has described as a clear war crime.

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**10. Charges filed against protester who disrupted “Google” conference over hosting Israeli soldiers**

Patrick Spence (45), from Prestwick Park, Belfast, appeared in court on Thursday after protesting outside Dublin’s 3Arena during a Google event as part of the “Engage” conference.
Spence was charged under Section 13 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 1994 for trespassing on the stage during speakers’ participation. He was released on bail and is due to appear again before the District Court on March 12, according to Garda witness Tara Madden.
Video footage showed Spence chanting “Shame on Google,” referring to the Israeli army’s use of some company systems.

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**11. British singer Bob Vylan: Artists must use their platforms to support Palestinians**

In an interview with the Palestine Chronicle, the British singer spoke about the role of artists in confronting the genocide in Gaza. He stressed that art is not merely entertainment, but a tool for social and political influence, and that artists must use their platforms to expose violations and injustice.
He said artists live in a global society filled with violations against marginalized peoples, including Palestinians, and that silence or disengagement from reality is a betrayal of the communities they represent.
He noted that art can deliver powerful messages through lyrics, performance, and symbolism, as he did in his recent protest in support of Palestine.
Bob Vylan is known for the chant he led before thousands at the Glastonbury Festival in summer 2025, after which he faced legal challenges, including a preliminary investigation by Avon and Somerset Police as a public order matter.

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### *International*

**12. Activist confronts Joe Biden on flight to Carolina, saying Gaza’s children die daily**

A passenger confronted former U.S. President Joe Biden on a flight to South Carolina on February 27, directly condemning the genocide in Gaza.
The passenger told Biden, “Gaza’s children are dying every day,” referring to ongoing casualties from Israeli bombardment. Biden reportedly replied, “Yes, I know.”
The war in Gaza began during Biden’s presidency, and his administration played a central role in political and military support for Israel, drawing widespread criticism domestically and internationally.

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**13. U.S. poll records noticeable shift among American youth on Palestinian issue**

A recent U.S. opinion poll showed a notable shift in public attitudes toward the Palestinian issue. 57% of respondents supported establishing an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel, while 28% opposed the idea and 15% had no opinion.
According to the latest poll issued by the U.S. research company Gallup, there has been a measurable change in Americans’ attitudes toward Israel and Palestine compared to previous years, especially among independents and younger age groups.

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**14. Calls in Turkey to boycott Dell for supporting the occupation**

The Boycott Movement in Turkey called for a boycott of Dell Technologies, accusing the company of providing technological support to the Israeli army and Ministry of Defense.
The movement stated that Dell and its subsidiaries are major suppliers of data storage systems for the Israeli army and that in 2023 the company won the largest server contract issued by Israel’s Ministry of Defense, committing to provide server and maintenance services for two years.
It also noted that EMC Israel Advanced Information Technologies, a Dell subsidiary, is a key supplier of data storage systems to the Israeli military, and that Dell is among the companies participating in a project to establish a military technology security facility in the Negev as part of efforts to relocate army facilities southward.