International
High Court hears claim of 80% error rate in Palestinian visa refusals
The High Court was told on Friday that an “80% error rate” may exist in decisions to refuse…
October 30, 2026
Israel’s siege of Hebron displaces nearly 5,000 people
Israel’s ongoing siege of Hebron has displaced at least 4,969 people, according to Al Jazeera.
The report also notes that a settler opened fire on a group of children playing in a playground near Hebron.
In a separate incident, Israeli forces arrested three Palestinians who were returning to Gaza.
Al Jazeera correspondent Hala Al Shami provided the latest updates on the situation.
Source: Al Jazeera. Photo: Сокіл Sokil / Pexels.
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