Armed Israeli settler runs over praying Palestinian in Ramallah

An armed Israeli settler deliberately ran over a Palestinian on Thursday while he was praying in Ramallah, in the occupied West Bank.

The incident, which occurred in the village of Deir Jarir, was carried out by a suspect who is also a reserve soldier. 

In footage circulating online, a man is seen praying on the side of the road before the settler drives a vehicle over him. 

Citing medical sources, Al Jazeera reported that the unnamed young man sustained injuries and bruises that required him to be admitted to the hospital.

According to a statement published by the Israeli army, occupation authorities separately received a report of a shooting committed by an Israeli citizen and reserve soldier, who was dressed in civilian clothing, in the village.

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