Executive summary 2

Introduction and background 3

Palestinian security forces’ Operation Protect the Homeland 5

Israeli security forces’ Operation Iron Wall 6

Targeted killings and other unlawful killings 8

Methodical, forced displacement of Palestinians 9

Shooting, detaining and abusing those attempting to return to their homes 11

Hardships and denial of return 12

Mass destruction of homes, community services and infrastructure 14

Widescale demolition of private and public property 14

Endorsement by the Israeli judiciary of demolitions for military purposes 17

Applicable legal framework 19

Recommendations 24