Feb 21 β€’ 09:24 UTC πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Qatar Al Jazeera

Raid and Arrests in the West Bank and Attacks by Settlers in Hebron

Israeli forces executed a series of raids and arrests across the West Bank while settlers attacked Palestinian communities, notably in Hebron.

On Saturday, Israeli military forces conducted a series of raid operations across various areas of the occupied West Bank, leading to arrests of Palestinians and confiscation of vehicles. The operations coincide with increasing violence from Israeli settlers, which includes closing access points to major Palestinian towns. Among the areas affected were the town of Yabad near Jenin, where several homes were invaded, and a Palestinian, Mohammed Sami Mar'i, was detained alongside another who was held for several hours under interrogation.

The raids extended to other critical locations such as the city of Tubas and the Far'a refugee camp. In Salfit, young men were subjected to field interrogations during the incursion into the town of Deir Balout. In Hebron, Israeli forces arrested four Palestinians after searching their homes, while settlers also attacked families in areas like Khirbet al-Hirbeh in Masafer Yatta. Activists reported incidents of settler violence, including the destruction of dairy products following their invasion into homes, reflecting ongoing tensions in these regions.

These developments are indicative of the persistent tension and volatility in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, where military actions and settler aggressions significantly affect the daily lives of Palestinian communities. The systematic raids are part of a broader strategy perceived to undermine Palestinian presence and sovereignty in their historical lands, contributing to rising fears among local residents regarding their safety and rights under occupation.

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