Israeli Military Operations Intensify in the West Bank
The Israeli occupation army has significantly increased its military operations in the West Bank, particularly in the city of Tulkarm, where they have deployed reinforcements and conducted extensive raids. Since dawn on November 5, 2024, these operations have resulted in the deaths of four Palestinians and the arrest of 15 others, as reported by Palestinian sources. Eyewitness accounts indicate that Israeli forces utilized bulldozers to demolish infrastructure and imposed curfews in various towns, including Burin and Madama, as they searched for suspected militants.
Casualties and Clashes During Raids
The Palestinian Ministry of Health stated that four individuals were killed during these military operations, which included air strikes and ground assaults in the towns of Tamoun and Al-Shuhada. Notably, two of the deceased were from the same family, killed in an air strike on their home. Armed confrontations between Israeli forces and Palestinian resistance fighters have also been reported, particularly in Tulkarm camp, where clashes erupted amidst the heightened military presence.
Ongoing Arrests and Human Rights Concerns
The Israeli army's operations have led to widespread arrests across the West Bank, with reports indicating that 15 Palestinians were detained during the latest raids. The Palestinian Prisoners Club has highlighted the ongoing human rights violations associated with these arrests, including physical abuse and destruction of property. Since the escalation of violence following the onset of conflict in Gaza on October 7, 2023, approximately 11,600 Palestinians have been arrested in the West Bank, raising concerns over the humanitarian impact of these military actions.
