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A man killed by Israeli forces - hlt min.

RAMALLAH, Feb 22 (KUNA) -- Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian man Saturday afternoon near Bab Al-Asbat in Jerusalem.
A statement by the Palestinian Health Ministry said the civil liaison reported the death of a Palestinian citizen who was shot in Jerusalem.
Eyewitnesses told the press that Israeli forces abandoned the bleeding man; 33-year-old Maher Zaater, after he was shot without assisting him or calling an ambulance.
Israeli radio said the man allegedly attempted to stab an Israeli soldier with a knife, hence the shooting down.
Pathways to the Old City of Jerusalem were closed off as Israeli military reinforcements were dispersed following the incident. (end) nq.aq