Understanding Israeli Military Tactics in Jenin
Colonel Hatem Karim Al-Falahi, a military and strategic expert, has shed light on the ongoing Israeli military operations in Jenin and its surrounding areas in the northern West Bank. He emphasizes that the Israeli occupation army is implementing various tactics, which they have been forced to recycle due to the resistance's growing knowledge of these methods. The current military incursion has entered its sixth consecutive day, showcasing a pattern of isolation and destruction aimed at rooting out entrenched resistance fighters.
One of the primary tactics employed by the Israeli forces involves isolating Jenin by securing main streets and tightening their cordon around key areas. Al-Falahi describes how the occupation army is systematically gnawing at the streets and buildings, aiming to reach resistance factions. This approach includes demolishing homes from the inside, allowing them to move discreetly from one location to another while avoiding direct confrontation with the resistance.
The use of drones and targeted bombings in specific geographical areas has become a hallmark of their strategy, relying heavily on intelligence information to guide raids and arrests. Amid these operations, residential homes in the middle of Jenin camp have been blown up, particularly on Al-Damj Street, as clashes continue in the Al-Jabariyat and Al-Damj neighborhoods. The ongoing destruction of infrastructure, coupled with the evacuation of homes, highlights the intensity of the military campaign.
The Resistance's Response and Ongoing Clashes
Despite the Israeli army's efforts, the resistance is actively confronting the occupation forces. Al-Falahi notes that the tactics employed by the Israeli army are well-known to the resistance factions, recalling previous incursions, assassinations, and arrests. The ongoing military operation in Jenin reflects a broader strategy that has seen the Israeli forces operating in densely populated areas, utilizing high buildings as vantage points for their operations.
As the situation continues to unfold, the resilience of the resistance fighters remains a significant factor in the ongoing conflict. The recycling of military tactics by the Israeli army indicates an adaptive response to the evolving dynamics on the ground, where the resistance is increasingly aware and prepared to counteract these strategies.
- The situation in Jenin is part of a larger conflict that has seen escalating tensions between Israeli forces and Palestinian resistance groups. The ongoing military operations have raised concerns about the humanitarian impact on civilians caught in the crossfire. International observers are closely monitoring the situation, urging both sides to seek a resolution to prevent further escalation.
