Israel's West Bank Raids Escalate: Nine Palestinians Killed in Jenin and Tubas

Israel conducted intense raids across the occupied West Bank, resulting in the deaths of at least nine Palestinians. The operation focused on the cities of Jenin and Tulkarem, with Palestinian Health Ministry reporting over 600 deaths since the ongoing Gaza conflict began. The raids aim to dismantle militant groups.

Israel launched raids across the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, killing at least nine Palestinians and sealing off the volatile city of Jenin, according to Palestinian officials.

The Israeli military confirmed operations in Jenin and Tulkarem but did not provide further details. Over 600 Palestinians have been killed in West Bank raids since the Gaza conflict began 10 months ago, the Palestinian Health Ministry reported.

Israel states that these operations are necessary to dismantle Hamas and other militant groups to prevent attacks on Israelis. Raids often trigger gunbattles with militants, resulting in fatalities. The recent escalation has intensified long-standing tensions in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)