RAMALLAH, May 21, 2025 (WAFA) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates condemned the direct targeting by the occupation forces of a diplomatic delegation accredited to the State of Palestine, accompanied by a number of Arab and foreign journalists, by live ammunition.

The delegation was conducting a field tour in the Jenin Governorate to examine the humanitarian situation and the crimes and violations committed by the occupation forces in the area.

In a statement, the Ministry affirmed that this aggressive act constitutes a flagrant and serious violation of the provisions of international law and the most basic rules of diplomatic relations stipulated in the 1961 Vienna Convention, which guarantees protection and immunity for diplomatic missions and delegations.

The Ministry noted that targeting representatives of member states accredited to the State of Palestine constitutes a dangerous escalation in the occupation's behavior and reflects a systematic disregard for international law, the sovereignty of the State of Palestine, and the sanctity of state representatives on its territory.

It held the occupation government fully and directly responsible for this cowardly attack, stressing that it will not go unpunished.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also called on the international community, particularly the countries to which the members of the targeted delegation belong, to take clear positions and deterrent measures against the occupying authorities and put an end to their continued perpetration of crimes, including attacks on accredited diplomatic representatives.

It reiterated its demand for urgent international protection for our people and diplomats working in the State of Palestine.

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