Israeli troops have recently completed a two-day operation in the Nur al-Shams refugee camp located in the occupied West Bank, as confirmed by the Israel Defense Forces to CNN. This operation, which was one of the IDF's largest in the West Bank since October 7, resulted in significant destruction, with images showing concrete slabs and rubble scattered throughout the area.
Tragically, the raid led to the loss of at least 14 lives, including that of a child and a teenager, as reported by the Palestinian Ministry of Health and official news agency Wafa on Saturday. Israel has stated that it targeted and eliminated 10 individuals they classified as 'terrorists' during the operation, in addition to apprehending wanted suspects.
During Israel's recent campaign in Gaza, violence involving Israeli settlers and IDF troops in the West Bank has escalated. The Palestine Red Crescent reported that settlers fatally shot an ambulance driver who was attempting to transport injured Palestinians on Saturday.
Since October 7, the health ministry has documented a distressing toll, with 483 Palestinians losing their lives due to attacks by settlers or Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. These incidents underscore the ongoing tensions and violence that persist in the region, highlighting the urgent need for efforts to de-escalate conflicts and promote peace.
