At least eight Palestinians have died in Jenin, a city located in the occupied West Bank, following a military operation launched by the Israeli army. This information comes from the Palestinian Ministry of Health. The Israeli military has named this ongoing operation “Iron Wall.” It began early Monday with drone strikes, followed by ground forces entering the area.
The Israeli military claims the operation is aimed at what they consider “terrorist infrastructure” within the Jenin refugee camp. Furthermore, there are reports that many people have been injured in the fighting. This particular area has experienced a lot of conflict recently with frequent raids by Israeli forces. The Palestinian Red Crescent is struggling to reach those who are hurt because of the large scale of the military operation.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has acknowledged the operation. He stated that the Israeli Defense Forces, Shin Bet, and the Israel Police launched the operation to combat terrorism in Jenin. The intense fighting and a significant number of people killed have caused concern across the world, highlighting the continuous instability in the region.
This latest military operation comes during a period of increased tension and violence in the West Bank. As a result, the situation emphasizes the ongoing conflict and the challenges to achieving peace in the area. Moreover, “Iron Wall,” the military operation and its effects will likely have a lasting impact.