Israel Threatens to Bulldoze Palestinian Children's Football Field

Israeli authorities have ordered a Palestinian football club to dismantle its children's pitch. Officials say the field was built without a permit. The club now faces a stark choice: remove the structure themselves or watch as Israeli bulldozers tear it down. The military has given a deadline for compliance, but did not specify the date. The field is used by local youth teams. The club argues it provides a vital safe space for children in the occupied West Bank. International law considers the West Bank occupied territory. Palestinian construction there often faces severe restrictions and is frequently denied permits by Israeli authorities, who control the area. No comment was immediately available from the Israeli military.