Israeli Military Conducts Major Operation in West Bank City of Jenin
Israeli military forces launched a major operation in the West Bank city of Jenin early Monday morning, focusing on the city’s restive refugee camp. Reports indicate that airstrikes were carried out on multiple targets.
According to the Palestinian Authority health ministry, three people were killed and at least 13 others were wounded in the strikes. The ministry also reported that three Palestinians were in serious condition. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed that security forces were engaged in a widescale effort to combat terrorism in Jenin and had targeted terror infrastructure in the city.
The military stated that it attacked a joint war room serving various armed groups and the so-called Jenin Battalion, which served as an observation post, gathering place, cache for munitions and bombs, and a communications center for armed terrorists.
A senior government official stated that the goal of the operation was to end Jenin’s role as a sanctuary city for terror and that it would continue as long as necessary.
Residents of Jenin received text messages urging them to remain indoors, while members of armed groups were encouraged to surrender.
Members of the local Islamic Jihad wing, known as the Jenin Battalion, claimed responsibility for opening fire on Israeli troops and targeting military vehicles with explosive devices.
In a separate incident, the Palestinian Authority health ministry reported that a 21-year-old man was shot dead by Israeli troops at the entrance to the city of al-Bireh, near Ramallah. The IDF has not yet commented on the incident.
Sporadic clashes and Israeli airstrikes continued in Jenin as dawn broke, according to Palestinian media reports. There were no reports of Israeli soldiers being injured in the operation.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh expressed solidarity with Jenin and warned that the blood spilled in the city would determine the next stage. Security forces were preparing for possible rocket fire from the Gaza Strip.
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant praised the operation, stating that anyone who harms Israeli citizens would pay a heavy price. He also emphasized that the defense establishment was prepared for any scenario.
The operation in Jenin comes after a series of shooting attacks and resistance to IDF raids in Palestinian cities, leading to speculation about a major Israeli military operation in the West Bank.Israeli Military Conducts Major Operation in West Bank City of Jenin
Israeli military forces launched a major operation in the West Bank city of Jenin early Monday morning, focusing on the city’s restive refugee camp. Reports indicate that airstrikes were carried out on multiple targets.
According to the Palestinian Authority health ministry, three people were killed and at least 13 others were wounded in the strikes. The ministry also reported that three Palestinians were in serious condition. The Israel Defense Forces confirmed that security forces were engaged in a widescale effort to combat terrorism in Jenin and had targeted terror infrastructure in the city.
The military stated that it attacked a joint war room serving various armed groups and the so-called Jenin Battalion, which served as an observation post, gathering place, munitions cache, and communications center for terrorists. A senior government official stated that the goal of the operation was to end Jenin’s role as a sanctuary city for terror.
Residents of Jenin received text messages urging them to remain indoors, while members of armed groups were encouraged to surrender. Clashes and airstrikes continued as dawn broke in the city.
In an unrelated incident, the Palestinian Authority health ministry reported that a 21-year-old man was shot dead by Israeli troops at the entrance to the city of al-Bireh, near Ramallah. The IDF has not yet commented on the incident.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh expressed solidarity with Jenin and warned that the blood spilled in the city would determine the next stage. Security forces were preparing for possible rocket fire from the Gaza Strip, and messages were sent to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza, informing them that the operation was limited to Jenin and that intervention would be met with a severe response.
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant praised the operation, stating that anyone who harms Israeli citizens would pay a heavy price. He also emphasized that the defense establishment was prepared for any scenario.
The situation in Jenin remains tense as the operation continues.
How did the Palestinian authorities and armed groups respond to the operation in Jenin, and what were the potential implications for the region
Carried out on multiple targets.
The Israeli military operation in Jenin was aimed at combating terrorism in the city, particularly in the refugee camp. Palestinian authorities reported that three people were killed and at least 13 others were wounded in the airstrikes. The military targeted a joint war room serving various armed groups and the “Jenin Battalion,” which was used as an observation post, gathering place, and cache for munitions and bombs.
The operation had the goal of ending Jenin’s role as a sanctuary city for terror and would continue until that objective was achieved, according to a senior government official. Residents were urged to stay indoors, while armed group members were encouraged to surrender.
The local Islamic Jihad wing, known as the Jenin Battalion, claimed responsibility for firing on Israeli troops and targeting military vehicles with explosive devices. Clashes and airstrikes continued in Jenin as dawn broke, with no reports of Israeli soldiers being injured.
In a separate incident near Ramallah, a 21-year-old man was shot dead by Israeli troops at the entrance to the city of al-Bireh. The IDF has not commented on the incident.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh expressed solidarity with Jenin and warned that the blood spilled in the city would determine the next stage. Security forces prepared for possible rocket fire from the Gaza Strip.
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant praised the operation, stating that those who harm Israeli citizens would pay a heavy price. He assured that the defense establishment was prepared for any scenario.
The operation in Jenin follows a series of shooting attacks and resistance to IDF raids in Palestinian cities, leading to speculation about a major Israeli military operation in the West Bank.
It is crucial for Israeli forces to take strong action against terrorism, especially in areas like Jenin. The safety and security of both Israeli citizens and Palestinians should always be a top priority.