Security officials say Iran is rebuilding terror infrastructure in the West Bank under ceasefire cover

Israeli security officials have identified a renewed Iranian effort to rebuild terror infrastructure in the West Bank, or Judea and Samaria, taking advantage of the ceasefire with Iran. According to the assessment, Tehran is using the pause in fighting to restore capabilities that were damaged by Israeli operations in Gaza and the West Bank since the war began on October 7, 2023.

The article says Iran has faced serious difficulties moving money and building weapons-smuggling routes into the area because of IDF activity during the war, including the operations "With a Lion" and "Roaring Lion." Despite those setbacks, Israeli officials now fear that after the ceasefire, and with the Lebanese front apparently close to being shut down, the West Bank has become Iran’s main arena for advancing terror plots.

A significant part of the guidance for these efforts is reportedly being carried out from Turkey. The methods described include digital financing, smuggling weapons from Jordan, and remote instruction of attackers. The report does not specify immediate Israeli measures, but it makes clear that security officials view the trend as a growing threat in the post-ceasefire environment.