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Israel Prepares for 'Turning Guns' Scenario in West Bank, Defense Minister Warns
Defense Minister stated that Israel is preparing for a scenario where Palestinian Authority forces could turn their weapons against Israel in the West Bank. He warned that if this happens, Israel's response would be a "total campaign," similar to actions in Gaza and Lebanon.
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What happened
- 01Defense Minister warned of a "total campaign" if Palestinian forces turn weapons on Israel in the West Bank.
- 02The IDF is preparing for an unprecedented "turning guns" scenario in the West Bank, the Defense Minister stated.
- 03Ministers voiced concerns about Palestinian Authority training and potential weapon redirection during a government meeting.
- 04Deputy Minister Almog Cohen also raised concerns about weapons within the Bedouin community.
- 05Minister Nir Barkat compared current West Bank fears to failures before the October 7th attacks.
- 06The Defense Minister asserted the current West Bank security situation is the best in 30 years.
Ministers Amichai Eliyahu, Almog Cohen, and Nir Barkat raised concerns about the threat during a government meeting. The Defense Minister assured that the IDF is undertaking unprecedented preparations for this "turning guns" possibility, while also noting the current security situation in the West Bank is strong.
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