Epal European Palestinian Media Center Bulletin, Issue No. 2402, Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026

1. A martyr dies from wounds in Khan Younis as ceasefire violations continue

A citizen has died from wounds sustained in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza two days ago, as occupation forces continue to violate the ceasefire agreement for the 172nd consecutive day.
The ministry stated in its daily report that a number of victims remain under the rubble and in the streets, while ambulance and civil defense teams are still unable to reach them.

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**2.** Settlers perform Talmudic rituals in Jerusalem
Settlers performed Talmudic rituals at Bab al-Sahira, one of the gates of the Old City of occupied Jerusalem, on the eve of what is called the “Jewish Passover,” amid rising calls from settler groups to consolidate their presence around Al-Aqsa Mosque.
The Jerusalem Governorate reported that a number of settlers carried out these rituals in the area, alongside calls from extremist “Temple” groups to attempt offering sacrifices at the closest possible point to Al-Aqsa Mosque, as part of efforts to impose a new reality in the holy city.

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**3.** Israeli warnings of escalating settler violence in the West Bank: 305 attacks in one month
As the Israeli-American offensive against Iran enters its second month, Israeli attacks in the occupied West Bank continue, with more than 300 assaults carried out by settlers against Palestinians, amid the absence of deterrent Israeli measures and reports confirming the involvement of soldiers in these attacks.
According to data from the Israeli human rights organization “Yesh Din,” published on Wednesday, 305 violent attacks by settlers were documented “under the cover of war” between February 28 and March 29, averaging more than ten attacks per day.

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**4.** Settlers attempted today to bring in and slaughter sacrifices at Al-Aqsa Mosque
Footage منتشر by settlers shows their attempt to bring in and slaughter “sacrifices” for what is called the “Jewish Passover” in the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque, which has been closed by occupation forces to worshippers for 33 days.
Settlers called for mobilization to move to the second phase of a plan to “Judaize” Al-Aqsa Mosque, including slaughtering animal sacrifices in its courtyards. In a notable escalation, dozens of settlers performed Talmudic religious rituals at Bab al-Sahira under heavy protection from occupation forces.

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**5.** Escalating attacks by occupation forces and settlers across the West Bank and Jerusalem
Various areas in the occupied West Bank and Jerusalem have witnessed a noticeable escalation in attacks by Israeli forces and settlers, targeting property and land, accompanied by raids and pursuits of civilians.
In Salfit Governorate, settlers carried out two separate attacks: they smashed several civilian vehicles in the Wadi al-Shaer area, causing material damage, and uprooted olive trees in the town of Kafr ad-Dik belonging to Mohammad Daoud al-Dik in the Khallat al-Dahman area, as part of repeated targeting of agricultural land and livelihoods.

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**6.** 64,616 orphans in Gaza, including more than 42,000 due to the war
A statistical report issued by Gaza’s Ministry of Social Development revealed that the number of orphans in the Gaza Strip has risen to 64,616, including more than 42,000 as a result of the war.
The statement coincided with Arab Orphan Day on April 1, amid unprecedented humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
The report noted that Gaza Governorate has the highest number, with 21,125 orphans, representing 32.7% of the total.

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**European**

**7.** Protest in London against a law imposing the death penalty on prisoners
Hundreds demonstrated in the streets of London protesting Israel’s approval of a law that imposes the death penalty exclusively on Palestinian prisoners.

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**8.** Protest against Siemens in Manchester over its role in forced displacement
Activists from the “Friends of Palestine” campaign in Manchester organized a protest outside Bridgewater Hall during a competition held by Siemens and Hallé for orchestra conductors.
Participants chanted: “Art does not erase apartheid.”
They also held signs calling for action against Siemens, arguing that its activities in Britain stain local society with funds derived from Israeli apartheid.
The campaign stressed it will continue pressure against the company due to its involvement in occupation infrastructure and forced displacement in the West Bank.

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**9.** Launch of Anti-Colonial Resistance Week in San Francisco
At San Francisco State University, events marking Anti-Colonial and Anti-Apartheid Week began with various cultural and political activities.
A dabke performance opened the events, with about 20 students gathering at Malcolm X Plaza to protest the ongoing war in Gaza.
Nora Fattah, president of the General Union of Palestinian Students, said the week aims to highlight the Palestinian cause through cultural aspects.

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**10.** Protest against Australia’s export of F-35 jets
Activists from the “Disrupt the War Machine” campaign in Oceania organized a protest outside the Ministry of Defense in Canberra, calling for officials to be tried at the International Criminal Court for complicity.
They also urged the government to halt cooperation and freeze the export of F-35 jets to the United States and Israel.

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**11.** Italian venue joins boycott campaign
The tavern “Taverna a Santa Chiara” in Naples announced its response to the BDS call, joining the “Apartheid-Free Zone” and “No Place for Genocide” campaigns.
Management called on companies and cultural associations worldwide to follow suit, emphasizing the duty to take a firm stance.
The venue had previously gained attention after expelling Israeli tourists last year, stating it does not welcome supporters of the war.

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**12.** Canadian court rejects request to halt vote on academic boycott
The Supreme Court in Montreal rejected a legal request by a McGill University law student to stop a student vote calling for a boycott of Israeli academic institutions.
About 57% voted in favor, while 43% opposed.
The court ruled that there was no urgent situation or irreparable harm warranting intervention.

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**13.** UN official: death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners is discriminatory
The spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, Stéphane Dujarric, stated that the organization opposes the death penalty in all forms.
He described the Israeli law as “particularly harsh and discriminatory” and called for it to be reversed.

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**International**

**14.** University of Texas suspends Students for Justice in Palestine
The University of Texas at Dallas suspended the activities of the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter for one year and banned it from campus until 2027 for showing solidarity with Palestine during a graduation ceremony.
The administration stated the group is under investigation for violating the university code of conduct.
The case relates to a protest in May 2025 during which students disrupted a speech by former president Richard Benson.

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**15.** Bosnian national team players refuse to shake hands with Israeli team
Players of the Bosnian national team refused to shake hands with Israeli players during a match in Budapest as part of the UEFA Under-21 European Championship qualifiers.
According to footage, the refusal was intentional and created tension between the two teams.
Previously, Ireland’s Sinn Féin party and solidarity groups had called for boycotting matches against Israel.