A Palestinian was shot by Israeli forces near the border fence with Israel on the eastern part of Gaza City during a protest on Sunday, according to local sources.
Israeli forces stationed in military watchtowers along the Gaza border reportedly opened fire at Palestinian protesters, hitting one with live gunfire.
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He was moderately injured by the gunshot wound, and taken to a local hospital. Dozens of others were affected by tear gas inhalation.