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IDF SpokespersonSecurity

IDF Conducts Extensive Counter-Terror Operations Across West Bank

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Hebrew · 1 newsroom

The IDF conducted extensive counter-terrorism operations across the West Bank over the past week, arresting over 55 wanted individuals, including Hamas and PIJ operatives. Memorial sites inciting terrorism were also destroyed in the Gush Etzion area. Security forces vowed to continue proactive operations against terrorism in the region.

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  • IDF arrested over 55 wanted individuals in West Bank counter-terror operations.
  • Arrestees included operatives from Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
  • IDF confiscated weapons and military equipment during the operations.
  • Terror incitement memorial sites were destroyed in Gush Etzion.
  • IDF vows to continue proactive counter-terrorism efforts in the West Bank.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported on extensive counter-terrorism operations conducted throughout the West Bank over the past week. Dozens of battalions and special units participated in targeted operations across numerous villages.

During these activities, over 55 wanted individuals were apprehended. Among those arrested were operatives from the Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) terror organizations, individuals planning attacks, inciters, and a suspect in firebombing incidents. Security forces also confiscated handguns, airsoft weapons, and other military equipment.

In the Gush Etzion brigade area, the IDF destroyed memorial sites inciting terrorism, which were linked to founders of Hamas and PIJ, as well as other terrorists. This action followed a formal process and is part of an ongoing effort against incitement to terrorism.

Security forces stated they will continue proactive and offensive operations to thwart terrorism throughout the West Bank.

IDF SpokespersonOfficial · Tel Aviv

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