A Palestinian official from the Arab Liberation Front was shot dead by an unknown gunman in Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp in Lebanon on Monday evening.
Media sources reported that a masked individual opened fire at Mahmoud Hjeir near the vegetable market’s intersection in Ain al-Hilweh refugee camp. Hjeir died immediately after receiving a gunshot to the head.
Eyewitnesses reported heightened tension and panic in the vegetable market and the surrounding area following the assassination.
National and Islamic forces in Sidon in southern Lebanon condemned the attack which they believe is aimed at harming the security of Ain al-Hilweh camp and the spirit of understanding that has recently started to prevail.
They said that the investigation committee of the Palestinian joint security force has started an investigation into the incident to unveil those behind the attack and hold them accountable.
