Israeli occupation forces demolished a home and a commercial structure on Monday afternoon in the village of ‘Ezbet Shufa, southeast of Tulkarem in the northwestern West Bank, claiming they lacked Israeli-issued permits.
Media sources stated that an Israeli military bulldozer, accompanied by several armored vehicles and infantry units, invaded the village and cordoned off the area before beginning the demolition.
Troops first destroyed a commercial structure — an auto repair and parts shop — belonging to Yasser al‑Shufani.
The bulldozer then moved to demolish the home of Anas Hamed, a two‑story residence that was fully built and ready for occupancy.
Forces also destroyed the concrete foundation of an additional residential building under construction, covering an area of roughly 300 square meters.
Residents said the demolition was carried out without prior warning and is part of a broader pattern of Israeli measures aimed at restricting Palestinian construction in the area while facilitating expansion of nearby colonies.
On Sunday evening, Israeli authorities forced two Palestinians to carry out the self‑demolition of their home in the town of Jabal al‑Mukabber, south‑east of occupied Jerusalem, continuing a long‑standing policy that places the financial burden of demolition on Palestinian families.
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