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West Bank Counterterrorism Success Hailed as Israel's Biggest Since Oct. 7
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Israel's counterterrorism efforts in the West Bank have seen unprecedented success since October 7, with terrorism levels dropping to pre-First Intifada figures. This decline is attributed to a new strategy of occupying terrorist strongholds and increased pressure on militant groups. Despite this success, Israel faces international criticism over its operations in Gaza. The author argues that the West Bank's improved security validates Israel's tough stance against its enemies.
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- West Bank terrorism has declined to pre-1987 levels, marking Israel's biggest counterterrorism success since Oct. 7.
- Six Israelis killed in West Bank terror attacks this year, down from 46 in 2024 and 43 in 2023.
- New strategy involves permanent occupation of refugee camps in Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nablus.
- Harsher prison conditions and stricter policies against rock-throwers also credited with reducing terror.
- Jerusalem's political violence levels are now comparable to average crime rates in Western cities.
- Despite West Bank success, Israel faces international criticism over its actions in Gaza.
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