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The West Bank soccer field slated for demolition by Israel

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Israeli authorities have ordered the demolition of a soccer field in a crowded refugee camp in the occupied West Bank, eliminating one of the few spaces where Palestinian children are able to run and play.

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  • Israeli authorities ordered demolition of Eid al-Refugee camp soccer field
  • Field is one of few play areas for children in the crowded camp 9s
  • Military claims field is illegal and threatens the separation wall 36s
  • Residents given seven days to demolish field themselves 1m 10s
  • Demolitions in 2025 displaced 32,000; Israel says aim is to disrupt militants 1m 45s

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