Israeli forces fire tear gas and rubber bullets at Palestinians outside Ofer prison

Israeli forces attacked Palestinians gathered outside Ofer prison in the occupied West Bank with tear gas and rubber bullets, wounding at least seven people.

Ninety prisoners are set to be freed later tonight from the facility, with friends and family having gathered nearby awaiting their release.

The Palestine Red Crescent Society treated those wounded, describing the injuries as “minor”.

Unlike previous prisoner exchanges, the Israeli army has imposed strict security measures to prevent public gatherings outside the prison. 

Simultaneously, Israeli police have stormed the homes of several Palestinian female prisoners in Jerusalem who are expected to be released.

The police have warned their families against celebrating or raising Palestinian flags, with threats that such actions could result in the release being cancelled.