In response to the escalating field developments and the repercussions of the ongoing war, and in accordance with the directives of His Excellency President Mahmoud Abbas, the instructions and follow-up of His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Mustafa, and the decisions of the Council of Ministers, the Internal Security Forces and Emergency Response Teams continue their tireless work to monitor developments and take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of citizens and maintain public security.

[Statement issued by the Emergency Response Media Committee – Ministry of Interior] During the period from the evening of February 28, 2026, to the morning of April 1, 2026, the Internal Security Forces and emergency response agencies, including the Civil Defense, the Police, and the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, recorded a total of 444 reports and field interventions across various governorates. These interventions were distributed across several governorates, with Ramallah and Al-Bireh Governorate recording 158 reports, followed by Salfit with 68, Nablus with 62, Bethlehem with 38, and Hebron with 38. Interventions also occurred in the governorates of Jenin, Tulkarm, Qalqilya, Jericho, Jerusalem, and Tubas.

Regarding human and material losses, the events resulted in five deaths; four of which were due to shrapnel from rockets in Beit Awa, and one in Nablus due to a fall from a height while observing rocket fire. Twelve physical injuries were recorded, along with two cases of panic attacks and nervous breakdowns that were treated on-site. Material damage included partial damage to 53 houses, significant damage to one three-story house, damage to 10 vehicles, the death of 10 sheep, and other damage.

In the context of protecting the national economy, ensuring food and health security, and enhancing market oversight, the Customs Authority, in cooperation with the Ministries of Finance, Economy, Agriculture, and Health, and partner agencies, continues its efforts to control contraband and ensure the availability of essential goods for citizens under these exceptional circumstances. Eight hundred and thirty-one patrols were conducted, resulting in the seizure of 86 tax-related cases that were referred to the relevant authorities for the collection of legal fees. In addition, 109 other cases were handled, and 36 tons of various goods unfit for consumption were destroyed.

To facilitate the movement of citizens, the Palestinian Military Liaison Office carried out a series of humanitarian field interventions, addressing 590 cases related to settler attacks to provide protection and mitigate their effects. In addition, 117 interventions were conducted to open roads and remove obstacles to ensure the continuity of movement and transportation. Furthermore, 45 interventions were recorded to facilitate the work of ambulance and civil defense teams, ensuring their rapid access to incident sites. The office also received and processed 385 cases via the emergency hotline (163), demonstrating a high level of preparedness and ongoing commitment to serving citizens.

Regarding raising community awareness, the Palestinian Mine Action Center implemented intensive training programs targeting local and international organizations. These included training facilitators from War Child and 54 field staff from World Vision International on personal protective equipment and procedures for handling hazardous materials. The center also conducted awareness campaigns in 50 locations, including meetings with municipalities, local authorities, and An-Najah National University Hospital, delivering lectures and distributing printed and digital materials. A coordination meeting was also held to expand mine clearance operations in the northern Jordan Valley and to begin work in the Gaza Strip. This was done in parallel with the development of unified national standards for awareness and facilitator training, and the launch of a media campaign across social media and local radio stations to promote safe behavior among citizens, reduce risks, and protect lives from falling shrapnel. The campaign also aimed to raise awareness about how to deal with shrapnel in the post-war period.

The Emergency Response Media Committee emphasizes the need for extreme caution and full compliance with instructions issued by the relevant authorities, particularly regarding staying away from missile shrapnel and not approaching or transporting it to residential areas, given its danger and potential for explosion. The committee also stresses the importance of obtaining information only from official sources and avoiding the spread of rumors. The committee also calls on citizens to immediately report any emergency via the official approved numbers: Police (100), Red Crescent (101), Civil Defense (102), Customs Police (132), and Military Liaison (163), which contributes to a rapid response and the protection of lives and property.