Our life stops’: West Bank childhood shattered by Israeli military raids (opens original article in a new tab)

Israeli military raids in the West Bank have severely impacted Palestinian children's lives, causing trauma, fear, and disruption, as highlighted by a UN report documenting increased violence and long-term psychological effects.

• Israeli military raids in the West Bank have caused significant trauma among Palestinian children, with frequent incidents leading to fear and disruption of daily life.
• The UN report highlights a 37% increase in Israeli raids in the West Bank in 2025 compared to 2024, along with widespread violence, arrests, and attacks on schools and hospitals.
• Children in the Dheisheh refugee camp describe a constant state of fear, with many experiencing repeated trauma and generational impacts from military occupation.