Israeli forces conducted overnight raids and airstrikes in the West Bank, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 Palestinians. The operations were aimed at preventing attacks on Israelis using Iranian-supplied arms. Reports indicated that gun battles continued on Wednesday morning, resulting in casualties on both sides. The Palestinian Authority condemned the escalation of Israeli military operations, warning of dire consequences.
Israel’s foreign minister stated that the raids were intended to thwart Islamic-Iranian terrorist activities in the region. The Israeli army claimed that all those killed were militants and suggested that evacuation orders be issued for civilians in the West Bank. The IDF conducted search-and-arrest operations in multiple areas, resulting in the detention of Palestinians.
UN figures reported 128 Palestinian deaths, including children, by airstrikes in August. The IDF conducted operations in various parts of the West Bank, eliminating armed terrorists and confiscating weapons. The raids were seen as preemptive actions to prevent planned attacks against Israelis.
The Israeli military spokesperson highlighted the rise in attacks on Israeli soldiers and civilians, which he attributed to Iran smuggling weapons into the West Bank. Local militants were also blamed for the attacks, with connections to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad condemned the raids. The Israeli spokesperson emphasized that the actions were necessary to prevent terrorism and protect civilians.
Since the Gaza war began, both Israeli and Palestinian casualties have occurred, with ongoing tensions and violence prevailing in the region. The situation remains volatile, with calls for international intervention to prevent further escalation.
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