Israeli forces have intensified military operations in the West Bank, particularly in Tubas, Tulkarm, and Jenin, as part of an ongoing campaign that has seen over 600 Palestinians killed and more than 10,000 arrested in the past 11 months. Despite these efforts, Palestinian resistance has shown resilience, with strong support among the populace for operations aimed at regaining international attention on their cause.
The Israeli government, under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing mounting pressure to deal with the escalating resistance, which threatens its settlement expansion plans in the West Bank. The government aims to increase the settler population significantly, thereby undermining the prospect of a Palestinian state. This situation is further complicated by the need to manage threats from Hezbollah and the broader regional context.
As tensions rise, the potential for violence escalates, with settler militias attacking Palestinian villages and the Israeli military conducting operations in coordination with Palestinian Authority forces. The current political climate is fraught with challenges, and the Palestinian resistance is at a critical juncture, as it seeks to defend its rights and support the ongoing struggle in Gaza.
