Clashes Erupt in Jenin Amid Ongoing Israeli Military Operations
Jenin city and its refugee camp have been the epicenter of violent clashes as Israeli occupation forces continue their military operation for a second consecutive day. The incursion, which began at dawn on Tuesday, has already resulted in the deaths of two Palestinians, with additional casualties reported in a simultaneous operation near Qabatiya. Palestinian sources indicate that resistance fighters engaged in fierce confrontations with the Israeli forces, particularly in the eastern neighborhoods of Jenin, where explosions were reported throughout the night.
Casualties and Destruction in Jenin
The violence escalated as resistance fighters detonated an explosive device targeting an Israeli bulldozer, with reports of a drone being shot down during the clashes. The Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, mourned the loss of one of the Palestinian youths killed during the operation. The ongoing military actions have led to significant destruction of infrastructure, with Israeli forces besieging hospitals and injuring nine civilians, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society.
Broader Impact of Israeli Raids and Settler Violence
In addition to the events in Jenin, Israeli forces have conducted extensive raids across the West Bank, including Shuafat camp in occupied Jerusalem, as part of a demolition operation. Reports indicate that at least one individual was arrested in these raids, which also targeted areas in Tulkarm, Nablus, and Ramallah. Furthermore, settler violence has surged, with incidents of arson against Palestinian vehicles in Al-Mazra'a Al-Gharbiya, highlighting the increasing frequency of attacks on Palestinian communities. Since the initiation of Operation Flood of Al-Aqsa over a year ago, the Israeli military's actions have resulted in approximately 790 Palestinian deaths and significant injuries and arrests, as documented by official Palestinian sources.
