Escalation of Violence in the West Bank: Assassinations of Palestinian Resistance Fighters
On October 10, 2024, the Israeli military escalated its operations in the occupied West Bank, resulting in the assassination of Issam al-Salaj, a prominent leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades, along with three other resistance fighters. This incident occurred in the bustling eastern market of Nablus, raising significant alarm among Palestinian communities and activists.
The targeted killings have sparked widespread outrage across social media platforms, with many questioning the effectiveness and presence of Palestinian Authority (PA) security forces in the region. Activists have expressed their frustration, asking, “Where are the PA security forces?” and highlighting the apparent lack of protection for Palestinian citizens amid these violent assaults.
The Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades issued a statement mourning their fallen fighters, asserting that such assassinations would only strengthen their resolve. Meanwhile, Hamas condemned the act as a
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