Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the expulsion of residents from Jenin, Tulkarm, and Nur Shams refugee camps amid intensified military operations in the West Bank. This move follows ongoing violence, including recent bombings in Tel Aviv, and aims to secure control over areas deemed "hotbeds of terrorism" as tensions escalate between Israeli forces and Palestinian groups.
**Israel Initiates Expulsion of Refugee Camp Residents in Major Military Campaign**
**Israel Initiates Expulsion of Refugee Camp Residents in Major Military Campaign**
Israel's military ramps up operations in the West Bank, leading to the evacuation of residents from three refugee camps.
The Israeli military has reportedly declared the camps "empty" after significant evacuations, leading to the displacement of around 40,000 Palestinians. This military operation, which started on January 21 and has dramatically intensified in recent days, was condemned by both the Palestinian Authority and the United Nations, which warned of catastrophic humanitarian impacts as facilities for water and sanitation have been heavily damaged.
IDF forces, including tanks and drones, have significantly increased their presence in the region, with the intent to prevent residents from returning and to dismantle terrorist infrastructure. Palestinian officials responded sharply, describing the military’s actions as a dangerous escalation that undermines peace efforts.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Tulkarm camp, reinforcing his agenda to intensify military efforts after a suspected terror attack in Tel Aviv. He emphasized that operations would continue until terrorist threats are fully neutralized, framing the military actions as necessary for national security amidst ongoing conflicts arising from Israel's long-standing occupation of the West Bank, which began during the 1967 Six-Day War.
IDF forces, including tanks and drones, have significantly increased their presence in the region, with the intent to prevent residents from returning and to dismantle terrorist infrastructure. Palestinian officials responded sharply, describing the military’s actions as a dangerous escalation that undermines peace efforts.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Tulkarm camp, reinforcing his agenda to intensify military efforts after a suspected terror attack in Tel Aviv. He emphasized that operations would continue until terrorist threats are fully neutralized, framing the military actions as necessary for national security amidst ongoing conflicts arising from Israel's long-standing occupation of the West Bank, which began during the 1967 Six-Day War.
