More than 140 Palestinian Citizens of Israel Killed in 2026, AFP Reports

What happened

Middle East Eye reports that more than 140 Palestinian citizens of Israel have been killed so far in 2026, citing data from the Abraham Initiatives organization via AFP. This figure represents a 12 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025.

Outside Brief is treating this as a source-led account. Any disputed responsibility, casualty figure, battlefield claim or single-source assertion should be treated as unconfirmed/hearsay unless confirmed by another reliable source or a named official. The causes of the deaths are predominantly linked to criminal gangs, family feuds, the widespread availability of firearms, and a perceived lack of effective police enforcement, according to community members and the Abraham Initiatives. The organization promotes coexistence between Jewish and Arab communities in Israel.

If the current rate of killings continues, the total deaths for 2026 could surpass the record of 252 deaths recorded in 2025, signaling a worsening of violence within this demographic.

Known from the source

• More than 140 Palestinian citizens of Israel have been killed in 2026 so far.
• This number represents a 12 percent increase from the same period in 2025.
• The data is cited by AFP from the Abraham Initiatives, an organization promoting coexistence between Jewish and Arab communities.
• Deaths are linked mainly to criminal gangs, family feuds, broad firearm access, and perceived inadequate police enforcement.
• Palestinian citizens make up about 21 percent of Israel’s 10.2 million population.

What remains unclear

Palestinian citizens constitute about 21 percent of Israel’s population of approximately 10.2 million people. Community leaders have criticized Israeli authorities for allegedly failing to adequately investigate and address the violence.

What remains unclear: Confirm whether the central claim is corroborated; until then treat it as unconfirmed/hearsay. Verify the AFP data as cited by Middle East Eye and Abraham Initiatives. Confirm the casualty figures (140+ in 2026, and 252 total in 2025). Check for any official statements or additional sources corroborating claims about causes and policing failures.

Evidence note

This story contains report-led claims. The article keeps those claims attributed and treats them as unconfirmed/hearsay unless independently corroborated.

Original source: Middle East Eye Gaza. Open the source.