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Local settlers reportedly attempted to stop the evacuation, yelling slurs and throwing stones at Border Police forces.

Palestinian media reported clashes with Israeli security forces in the Askar refugee camp, where Khaled Harusha's home was located.

The IDF also arrested four wanted individuals in the West Bank overnight. The individuals were taken in for further questioning by security forces. 

Debates intensify over Israel's punitive home demolition policy, which faces scrutiny as to its legality, morality, and efficacy.

Israeli media, citing Palestinian reports, stated that a Palestinian photojournalist was seriously injured by IDF fire during the night's clashes. 

One Israeli was killed and two others were injured in the shooting attack in March.

Germany along with many other countries in Europe have opposed such demolitions given that very few Palestinian building projects are authorized.

COGAT said in a statement that the building had been constructed illegally and 'was found to be dangerous to the safety of anyone studying or otherwise visiting there.'

Over 80% of the demolished structures were located in Area C, which is fully under Israeli control.

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