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Israel Claims 50 Palestinian Militants Killed In West Bank Offensive

The operation, launched on January 21, has seen significant military action, including drone strikes and ground operations in areas like Jenin and Tulkarem.

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Israel Claims 50 Palestinian Militants Killed In West Bank Offensive


The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Sunday that its ongoing offensive in the northern West Bank has resulted in the deaths of at least 50 Palestinian militants. The military operation, dubbed ‘Operation Iron Wall,’ was launched on January 21 and has seen significant action in the regions of Jenin, Tulkarem, and Tamun.

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According to the IDF, 35 militants were killed during intense ground operations, while 15 others lost their lives in targeted drone strikes. The military also acknowledged that during the course of these operations, civilians were inadvertently caught in the crossfire, including a toddler who was tragically killed. The IDF expressed regret over the civilian casualties, attributing them to mistakes during the intense combat.

Key Arrests And Weapons Seized

The IDF has reportedly detained 100 Palestinians it categorizes as “terrorists” and has confiscated over 40 weapons. Additionally, more than 80 explosives have been neutralized in the course of the military’s crackdown. As part of the offensive, the IDF has demolished 23 buildings in the Jenin refugee camps, claiming that these were used by Palestinian militants to launch operations against Israeli forces.

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Despite the claims of success, Israel’s offensive has drawn criticism from various international human rights organizations, which have raised concerns about the high civilian toll and the destruction of Palestinian homes. The IDF has vowed to continue the operation for several more weeks, pledging to eliminate further threats in the region.

Netanyahu’s Visit

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., marking Trump’s first meeting with a foreign leader since his inauguration. Netanyahu, en route to the U.S., expressed confidence that the Israeli-American alliance would grow stronger under Trump’s leadership, suggesting that their collaboration could pave the way for a new chapter in Middle Eastern peace. Netanyahu said in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), “The decisions we made in the war have already changed the face of the Middle East. Our decisions and the courage of our soldiers have redrawn the map. But I believe that working closely with President Trump, we can redraw it even further and for the better.”

The upcoming meeting between Netanyahu and Trump is seen as a pivotal moment in the evolving dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, as both leaders hope to leverage their close relationship to secure stronger regional stability and enhanced security.

(With ANI Inputs)

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