Military and strategic expert, Major General Fayez Al-Duwairi, has provided insights into the ongoing Israeli military operations in the West Bank, linking them to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's controversial vision for a 'pure Jewish state.' According to Al-Duwairi, this extensive operation reflects Netanyahu's long-term plan as outlined in his book, 'A Place Under the Sun,' which advocates for Israeli sovereignty over Palestinian territories extending from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea. The implications of this strategy are significant, suggesting a future where the remaining Palestinian minority would either have to accept Israeli governance or relocate.
Al-Duwairi's analysis also highlights the operational strategies being employed by the Israeli military, particularly the recent calls for maneuvers in the northern West Bank that echo tactics used in Gaza. However, he notes a critical difference in the operational landscape, as Gaza has been free from Israeli occupation for over two decades, allowing a robust resistance infrastructure to develop. In contrast, the West Bank remains under heavy Israeli military presence and control, complicating resistance efforts.
The military expert emphasizes that the Israeli operations are concentrated in three key camps identified as resistance strongholds, with a dual purpose: overtly dismantling resistance infrastructure and covertly implementing a far-right agenda to solidify Israeli control over the West Bank. Despite the challenges posed by the Israeli occupation and the Palestinian Authority's security forces, Al-Duwairi believes that a significant majority of West Bank residents, particularly in areas like Jenin and Tulkarm, support the resistance.
In terms of Gaza, Al-Duwairi reports that Israeli forces are progressing into a third phase of military operations, with specific areas such as Khan Yunis and Gaza City being targeted for raids. This strategic escalation underscores the ongoing tensions and complexities in the region, raising questions about the future of both Palestinian autonomy and Israeli military strategy.
