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Israel Launches Year-Long Military Operation in Jenin as Tensions Escalate in the West Bank

Israel Launches Year-Long Military Operation in Jenin as Tensions Escalate in the West Bank

Tanks are deployed to Jenin for the first time since 2002, as Israeli forces intensify operations in response to rising violence.
Israel has initiated a significant military operation in the West Bank city of Jenin, deploying tanks to the area for the first time in over two decades.

This unprecedented move marks a major escalation in military activities following a series of incidents since the recent outbreak of hostilities with Hamas in Gaza.

The Israeli Defense Minister, Yisrael Katz, announced on Sunday that the operation is expected to last for at least a year, indicating a long-term military presence in urban hotspots across the West Bank.

The intensified operations have resulted in the displacement of approximately 40,000 residents from their homes, many of whom are unable to return due to ongoing military actions.

Israel's defense establishment has characterized the deployment of tanks as a necessary response to rising violence, particularly following a surge in Palestinian attacks against Israelis that has escalated since the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023.

In the ongoing military campaign, Israeli forces have conducted operations in various cities and refugee camps across the West Bank, causing casualties and significant destruction of infrastructure.

Reports indicate that the current military operations commenced shortly after a ceasefire in Gaza came into effect on January 19, resulting in more than 50 fatalities within the first two weeks alone.

The operation's context is further complicated by increased tensions following numerous incidents in recent days, including explosions near Tel Aviv that were praised by a branch of Hamas’ military wing but for which responsibility has not been claimed.

These events have exacerbated already high tensions in the region.

Meanwhile, discussions regarding the fragile ceasefire in Gaza, which has seen the release of some Israeli hostages by Hamas, appear to be deteriorating, with Israel halting the transfer of Palestinian prisoners that was part of the negotiation process.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed readiness to resume military action in Gaza if necessary to achieve the war's stated objectives.

The situation in the West Bank has attracted international concern, particularly from the United Nations, where Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to avoid further escalation and adhere to ceasefire agreements.

He remarked on the need for a lasting resolution to the ongoing conflict, emphasizing the suffering endured by the people of Gaza and the imperative to protect civilian lives in the West Bank.

On the ground in Jenin, elite Israeli forces have reportedly begun ground operations in surrounding areas as part of this expanded military strategy.

Israel's military actions are described as part of a broader response to ongoing security challenges in the West Bank, with officials stating that significant preparations are underway for an extended presence in refugee camps.

The Israeli military's strategy reflects a historical approach to security in the region, drawing comparisons to previous operations during the Second Intifada and highlighting the complexities surrounding military engagement in occupied territories.

This operation not only aims at countering immediate security threats but also addresses long-term challenges posed by militant groups in the area.
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