On May 21, 2025, Israeli forces fired warning shots near a delegation of European, Arab, and Asian diplomats visiting the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. The delegation, comprising representatives from over 20 countries, was undertaking an official mission to observe the humanitarian situation and meet with the local governor.
The incident occurred as the diplomats entered the camp. The Israeli military stated that the delegation deviated from a pre-approved route, leading to the warning shots. No injuries were reported, but the event has sparked international condemnation.
The Palestinian Authority's Foreign Ministry condemned the incident, calling it a deliberate act. UN Spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said Secretary-General António Guterres was alarmed by the reports. The IDF has launched an investigation and regrets the inconvenience caused.