Clashes Erupt in Qabatiya as Israeli Forces Conduct Raids in West Bank
On November 28, 2024, Israeli forces conducted extensive operations across multiple towns in the West Bank, leading to significant clashes in Qabatiya. Eyewitness accounts reported that during these operations, Israeli military units stormed the town, resulting in armed confrontations with local resistance fighters. The Qabatiya Battalion, linked to the Al-Quds Brigades, confirmed fierce fighting against the invading forces, which were supported by military reinforcements and heavy machinery.
The Israeli army's raids targeted several areas, including the cities of Tulkarm and Al-Bireh, where they reportedly injured a Palestinian youth during their incursion. In total, 18 Palestinians were arrested, including minors and former prisoners, across various governorates such as Hebron, Bethlehem, and Nablus. The Palestinian Prisoners’ Affairs Authority has condemned these arrests, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region.
Settler Violence Against Palestinian Farmers
In a related incident, Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian farmers in the Nablus Governorate while they were harvesting olives, resulting in injuries and the theft of crops. This incident underscores the escalating violence faced by Palestinian citizens from settlers in the West Bank, a situation that has been intensifying over recent months. Amid these tensions, two female prisoners were released after a year of detention, marking a small reprieve in the ongoing conflict.
The situation in the West Bank remains volatile as clashes continue and the Israeli military maintains its operations against Palestinian communities.
