NABLUS, December 11, 2017 (WAFA) - Palestinians suffocated due to tear gas inhalation during clashes that broke out with Israeli army in multiple areas in the northern West Bank district of Nablus, said medical sources.
Several suffocation cases were reported during clashes that erupted in the towns of Salem and Beit Furik and at Huwwara military checkpoint.
Mayor of Sebastia, Mohammed Azem, told WAFA confrontations also broke out in Sebastia, northwest of the city of Nablus, following a military raid on the town. Forces used live ammunition and tear gas canisters against residents, causing many to suffocate due to tear gas inhalation.
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