Israel’s extensive military operations in the occupied West Bank continued for a second day on Thursday, with the Israeli military reporting the deaths of five terrorists, including a prominent commander.
The raids, which began before dawn on Wednesday, have led to a growing death toll. According to Wafa, the official Palestinian Authority news agency, 17 people have been killed in the ongoing operations. On Thursday, the Israeli army stepped up its actions, carrying out raids across the town of Tulkarem and closing access to the nearby Nur Shams neighbourhood.
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Among those killed on Thursday was Muhammad Jaber, also known as Abu Shujaa. The Israeli military confirmed that Jaber, a young commander in the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror group, was killed during the attacks. Palestinian Islamic Jihad has acknowledged his death, marking a significant loss for the group.
Jaber headed the local branch of Palestinian Islamic Jihad, which has a strong presence in the Tulkarem camp. The ongoing operations reflect Israel’s efforts to target terrorist groups and address security concerns in the region. The Israeli military’s actions have attracted much attention and raised concerns about escalating violence and civilian casualties in the area.
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