Israeli soldier shoots Palestinian baby dead near Hebron

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An Israeli soldier shot and killed a seven-month-old Palestinian boy, Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, and wounded his parents near Hebron on June 6, 2026, after opening fire on their vehicle. The Israeli military stated it is investigating the incident and offered condolences for the child's death.

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An Israeli soldier has shot and killed seven-month-old Palestinian infant Sam Abu Haikal.

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