Ongoing Clashes and Infrastructure Destruction in Jenin
The Israeli occupation army has intensified its military operations in the West Bank, particularly in Jenin, where significant infrastructure destruction has been reported. Local Palestinian sources documented the devastation caused by Israeli bulldozers as they stormed the city, leading to violent confrontations with Palestinian resistance fighters. The clashes erupted early in the morning, resulting in the deaths of at least eight Palestinians, according to reports from the Palestinian Ministry of Health.
Military Operations and Resistance
The Jenin Battalion of the Al-Quds Brigades has actively engaged in combat against the Israeli forces, targeting sniper positions around the Jenin camp. They reported achieving confirmed hits against the occupation forces. In a statement, the Israeli army confirmed that two of its soldiers were injured during the clashes in Qabatiya, another area within Jenin. The ongoing military operation is part of a broader escalation that has seen the Israeli army expand its activities across the West Bank, including East Jerusalem.
Rising Casualties Amidst Escalation
As the violence continues, the toll on Palestinian lives has been staggering. Since the onset of the conflict in Gaza on October 7, 2023, the number of Palestinian martyrs in the West Bank has reached 777, with approximately 6,300 individuals reported wounded. This alarming increase in casualties coincides with heightened attacks from Israeli settlers and a continuous military presence in Palestinian territories.
