New footage shows Israeli forces fatally shooting two Palestinians in the West Bank who appeared to have surrendered during an ongoing military operation in Jenin. The Israeli military claimed the men were wanted individuals associated with a “terror network,” and the incident is under review. The Palestinian Authority condemned the killings as a “war crime,” while Israel’s national security minister fully supported the officers involved. The raid is part of a larger Israeli campaign in the northern West Bank, which has seen a spike in violence since the Hamas attack in October 2023.
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Following a terrorist attack, the Golani Brigade initiated an operation on Wednesday, encircling the European Hospital in the “Triangle” neighborhood of Jenin. Simultaneous fighting occurred in the surrounding area, including near the Jenin School. The operation focused on locating and recovering the bodies of terrorists within a network of underground tunnels beneath the hospital. This action was part of a larger counter-terrorism effort.
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Following an incident where Israeli soldiers fired shots near a Canadian diplomatic delegation in Jenin, Prime Minister Carney deemed the actions “totally unacceptable” and demanded a full investigation and explanation. Foreign Affairs Minister Anand summoned the Israeli ambassador to express Canada’s serious concerns. The IDF claimed the delegation deviated from its approved route, prompting warning shots; however, this explanation was rejected by Canadian officials and others. This incident follows a joint statement by Canada, the UK, and France threatening sanctions against Israel unless humanitarian aid restrictions in Gaza are lifted.
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Following an incident where Israeli troops fired warning shots at a group of diplomats—including representatives from at least 20 countries—in a restricted area of Jenin, West Bank, international condemnation ensued. The EU and Japan, among others, have demanded investigations and accountability from Israel. The shooting occurred amidst ongoing Israeli military operations in Jenin targeting militants, displacing numerous residents. No injuries were reported among the diplomats.
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Following a recent offensive, Israeli tanks entered Jenin, a significant escalation marking the first such deployment in decades. This action, part of a broader Israeli crackdown on Palestinian militancy, involves a planned year-long military presence in several West Bank refugee camps, displacing tens of thousands of Palestinians who are currently barred from returning. Defense Minister Katz and Prime Minister Netanyahu cited the need to thwart terrorism as justification for the prolonged occupation. The Palestinian Authority condemned the action as illegal aggression and a dangerous escalation.
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Amidst a PA counter-terror operation in the West Bank, particularly Jenin, Hamas has accused the PA of employing brutal tactics against the Palestinian public, including coercion and intimidation. The terror group called for widespread mobilization to oppose what it deemed “unprecedented aggression,” urging Palestinians to resist the PA’s actions to prevent societal fracturing. This escalation follows recent clashes resulting in casualties on both sides, further straining relations between Hamas and the Fatah-led PA, despite a previous unity government agreement. Joint statements with other Palestinian terror groups demand the PA halt its security campaign in Jenin.
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Palestinian armed actors seized control of a UNRWA health center in Jenin, preventing UNRWA staff from accessing the facility. This action, occurring amidst ongoing Palestinian Authority security operations and a volatile security situation, represents a blatant disregard for UN premises and severely undermines UNRWA’s service provision in the camp. The health center had been repeatedly restored with international funding following damage from previous Israeli security operations. This incident follows increased terrorist activity in the West Bank, prompting Israeli military concerns about a third front.
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