Israeli soldiers shot and killed a Palestinian teenager during a clash in the occupied West Bank on Friday, the Palestinian Health Ministry said.

       The violence erupted at a protest against Israeli settlements near the city of Ramallah

       Witnesses said a crowd of young Palestinians hurled stones at Israeli forces, who in turn opened fire.

       A 17-year Palestinian was shot and later died of his wounds, the Health Ministry said.

       The Israeli army had no immediate comment on the incident

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