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IDF to Conduct West Bank Operations Targeting October 7 Supporters
The IDF and Border Police launched a large-scale counter-terror operation across Judea and Samaria on Wednesday night, October 7, 2026. The joint forces began conducting extensive sweeps across multiple brigade sectors to arrest and interrogate dozens of wanted suspects.
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- 01The IDF and Border Police launched a large-scale counter-terror operation across Judea and Samaria on Wednesday night, October 7, 2026.
- 02Dozens of wanted suspects were arrested and are being interrogated for their suspected involvement in terrorism and incitement.
- 03The operation specifically targeted individuals who have publicly expressed support or sympathy for the October 7 massacre.
- 04The IDF announced the commencement of the sweeps on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks.
- 05The extensive sweeps took place across multiple brigade sectors to disrupt terrorist activities and prevent further violence.
According to military statements, the detained individuals are suspected of involvement in terrorism and incitement. A primary focus of the operation is the apprehension of suspects who have publicly expressed support for the October 7 massacre. The IDF announced the commencement of these targeted sweeps on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks, and according to Army Radio, the operations were set to initiate across the region starting Wednesday night.
The extensive sweeps aimed to disrupt terrorist activities and prevent further violence in the area. Dozens of wanted individuals were detained during the overnight operations and are currently being questioned by security forces. The operations remain ongoing across Judea and Samaria as forces continue to target those suspected of incitement and terror links, with a particular emphasis on those who publicly endorsed the Hamas attacks.
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