Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2401, Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026

1. 5 killed and 14 injured arrive at Gaza hospitals within 24 hours

The Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that 5 people were killed and 14 injured arrived at hospitals in the Strip over the past 24 hours.
The ministry noted that a number of victims remain under the rubble and in the streets, as ambulance and civil defense crews are still unable to reach them.

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2. **Economic researcher: What is happening in Gaza is “engineered famine”**
In an in-depth analysis of the economic and humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, economic researcher Ahmad Abu Qamar confirmed that the current developments are not directly linked to the war in Iran, but rather reflect the continuation of occupation policies aimed at tightening pressure on the population and controlling their standard of living.
He pointed out that what is happening goes beyond a supply crisis or market disruption, reaching what can be described as “engineered famine,” where the deliberate control of essential goods keeps society in a constant state of fragility, unable to achieve even minimal living stability.

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3. **Injuries and arrests in Masafer Yatta after Israeli soldiers assault youths and pursue shepherds**
Two young men were injured following an assault carried out by Israeli soldiers after their arrest in the Al-Fakhit community in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron, amid escalating violations against residents in the area.
Anti-settlement activist Osama Makhmara stated that the soldiers transferred Malik Jamil Al-Amour to Yatta Government Hospital after he was severely beaten during detention.
He added that the forces arrested him along with two others from Khirbet Al-Fakhit and detained them in a military camp near Khirbet Al-Markaz, where they were subjected to violent physical abuse.

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4. **Administrative detention orders issued and renewed for 68 prisoners**
Israeli authorities issued administrative detention orders for 68 Palestinian prisoners from the occupied West Bank, including both new orders and renewals.
Among them are Ikhlas Ouda and Amina Ghalban from Qalqilya, both wives of former detainees.

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5. **National authority: Prisoner execution law establishes targeting based on identity**
The National Authority for Palestinian Popular Action strongly condemned the approval of what is known as the “Prisoner Execution Law,” stressing that it represents a dangerous escalation in policies of repression and collective punishment against the Palestinian people.
The authority stated that the law creates a legal framework targeting Palestinians based on identity and national belonging, in clear violation of principles of justice and international law.

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6. **Closure of Al-Aqsa continues ahead of Passover: Religious rituals and pressure for sacrifices**
In a context that goes beyond security considerations toward reshaping the religious and political reality in Jerusalem, Israeli authorities continue to close Al-Aqsa Mosque for the 32nd consecutive day, preventing worshippers from accessing it.
This longest closure in decades coincides with strict isolation measures in the Old City ahead of the Jewish holiday of Passover, which is a key moment for religious groups seeking to impose new realities at the site.

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7. **Health Ministry launches third vaccination catch-up campaign for children in Gaza**
The Ministry of Health in Gaza launched the third catch-up campaign to strengthen the national immunization program for children under three years old, lasting five days.
The campaign is being carried out in partnership with UNRWA and the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, and with support from UNICEF and the World Health Organization, across 129 health centers throughout the Gaza Strip.

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**European**

8. **Spain condemns prisoner execution law, calls it a step toward apartheid**
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned the Israeli parliament’s approval of a law allowing the execution of Palestinian prisoners, calling it a dangerous escalation.
He stressed that Spain strongly rejects the death penalty against Palestinians and warned that it raises serious concerns about justice and equality.

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9. **Video: Demonstration marking Palestinian Land Day in Mexico**
A large demonstration took place in Mexico City to commemorate Palestinian Land Day, observed annually on March 30.

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10. **New flotilla of nearly 100 ships heads to Gaza to break the blockade**
Two French ships will depart from Marseille on April 4 to join an international flotilla of nearly 100 vessels aimed at breaking the blockade and reaching the Gaza Strip.
Claude Léostic of the France-Palestine Solidarity Association stated that the initiative is fundamentally political and represents solidarity with Palestinians suffering under siege.

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11. **Lawsuit filed against Israeli soldier in Romania**
The Hind Rajab Foundation filed a lawsuit in Romanian courts against Eliyahu Neshli, a member of the Netzah Yehuda battalion of the Kfir Brigade, based on evidence linking him to serious violations against Palestinian civilians.
Data collected, partly from his social media accounts, indicates involvement in the destruction of civilian homes, detentions, and humiliation of civilians.

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12. **Work disrupted at “Vera Engineering” factory in Australia over war allegations**
Pro-Palestinian activists staged a protest outside the Vera Engineering (Acurus Aerospace Corp) weapons factory in Brisbane, Australia.
The protest disrupted shipments and spare parts distribution linked to military production and included symbolic actions such as displaying a unicorn figure.

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13. **Pro-Palestine protest defies Canadian restrictions**
A demonstration in Toronto proceeded along Bathurst and Sheppard streets despite police restrictions on entering certain residential areas.
Protesters marched through major intersections, chanting slogans supporting Palestine and condemning the occupation.

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14. **Calls to expel Israel from “Horizon Europe” research program**
Activists across Europe called for Israel’s removal from the Horizon Europe program, the European Union’s largest research funding initiative.
They argued that continued funding supports occupation policies and violates ethical standards.

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15. **Prisoner groups to the European Union: Execution law is discriminatory and must be stopped**
Palestinian prisoner organizations sent an urgent message to European Union countries regarding the law.
They emphasized that it is clearly discriminatory, applied only to Palestinians, and enforced through military courts lacking fair trial guarantees.

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**International**

16. **New Florida bill to restrict pro-Palestinian activism**
The state of Florida is preparing legislation that would allow the governor to expel students from public universities if they support or encourage illegal violence linked to designated terrorist organizations.
Students for Justice in Palestine in Florida is facing increased pressure following demonstrations supporting the Palestinian cause.

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17. **Activist Nerdeen Kiswani speaks about attempted assassination in New York**
Palestinian-American activist Nerdeen Kiswani held a press briefing in New York discussing details of an alleged assassination attempt by an individual linked to an Israeli organization.
She affirmed that she will continue advocating for the Palestinian people despite attempts to silence supporters.

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18. **Video: Targeting of DSV company in the United States**
Activists targeted the logistics partner of Elbit Systems, DSV, in Chicago as part of a coordinated global campaign.

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19. **United States avoids criticizing prisoner execution law**
The United States Department of State declined to criticize the law allowing the execution of Palestinian prisoners, despite widespread international condemnation.
It stated that the United States respects Israel’s sovereign right to enact its own laws and expressed confidence that the law would be applied within a framework of fair trials.

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20. **UNRWA Commissioner: Execution law is humiliating and discriminatory**
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini described the law as highly humiliating and discriminatory, expressing hope that Israel’s Supreme Court would reject it.

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21. **International lawyer: Execution law violates international law**
French-Lebanese lawyer André Chamy warned that the law represents a serious violation of international law and fundamental principles of justice.
He stated that imposing the death penalty on Palestinians in occupied territories contradicts the Fourth Geneva Convention, which guarantees protection for civilians and requires fair trials.