Israeli forces carried out new raids in the northern occupied West Bank on Wednesday, arresting about a dozen Palestinians and confiscating explosive materials. This comes just a day after three Palestinians were killed by Israeli troops during an ongoing military operation.

Details & Context

- When and Where: The raids took place overnight in the villages of Qabatiya and Arraba in the northern West Bank.

- What Happened: Israeli troops arrested around 12 Palestinians suspected of being linked to militant activities. They also seized 100 kilograms of explosive materials used to make bombs.

- Aftermath: The detainees were handed over to the Israeli police and Shin Bet security agency for further questioning.

In Qabatiya, army bulldozers destroyed sections of roads - a tactic often used by the military to prevent the placement of improvised explosive devices (IEDs).

Quotes

An Israeli military spokesperson stated,

    | “These operations are part of an ongoing effort to dismantle terror networks and protect Israeli citizens.”

Meanwhile, a local Palestinian resident in Arraba told reporters,

    | “We woke up to soldiers everywhere, breaking into homes and taking people away.”

Additional Information

- The raids follow the Jenin operation on Tuesday where Israeli forces killed three militants.

- A Palestinian woman also died during Tuesday’s violence, confirmed by the Palestinian Authority.

- This crackdown is part of Operation Iron Wall, launched on January 21st - two days after a temporary Gaza ceasefire - resulting in the deaths of dozens of Palestinians and Israeli soldiers.

According to the Palestinian health ministry, 910 Palestinians have been killed in the West Bank since the October 7th Hamas attack on southern Israel. In the same period, 32 Israelis including soldiers have died from Palestinian attacks or military clashes.

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Impact Analysis

The ongoing military raids have led to

- Increased violence: Rising casualties on both sides.

- Displacement: About 40,000 Palestinians have been forced to flee areas under military operations.

- Political tension: The conflict has deepened hostilities between Israel and Palestinian factions, worsening the humanitarian situation.

As Operation Iron Wall continues, tensions in the West Bank remain high. With more raids and arrests taking place both sides face growing casualties and unrest. The situation highlights the urgent need for diplomatic efforts to prevent further violence.

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