A Palestinian was killed and more than 40 others wounded by Israeli fire Friday in renewed protests and clashes along the Gaza border, the enclave's health ministry said. Tamer Arafat, 23, died from his wounds after being shot in the head, ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra said. Qudra said earlier that overall at least 42 Palestinians had been wounded by Israeli gunfire during the 50th week of demonstrations.
Four medics were among those hurt, the ministry said.
An Israeli army spokesman said "approximately 8,400 demonstrators and rioters are currently gathered in a number of locations along the Gaza Strip security fence".
"They have hurled explosive devices and rocks at the security fence and soldiers, and have also ignited tyres," the spokesman said.
Troops responded according to "standard operating procedures", he added.
The Israeli military on Friday evening reported the launch of a projectile from the Gaza Strip into its territory. Protests and clashes began along the Gaza border on March 30 last year.
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