Israel launches deadly operation in West Bank’s Jenin
The Hindu
Israeli troops launch major operation in West Bank, leaving casualties; Biden rescinds Trump's sanctions on West Bank peace underminers.
The Israeli military said on Tuesday (January 21, 2025) that it had launched an operation in the occupied West Bank’s Jenin that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said aimed to “eradicate terrorism” in the area.
The Palestinian Health Ministry, based in Ramallah, said the operation had killed six people, just days after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect in the Gaza Strip.
In a joint statement, the military and the Shin Bet security agency said that, alongside the Israeli Border Police, they had launched an operation dubbed “Iron Wall’ in Jenin, whose refugee camp is a stronghold of Palestinian militant groups.
In a statement released shortly after the launch of the operation, Mr. Netanyahu said the raid aimed to “eradicate terrorism” in Jenin and was part of a broader strategy to counter Iran “wherever it sends its arms - in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen,” and the West Bank.
The Israeli government has accused Iran, which backs militant groups across the Middle East including Hamas in Gaza, of attempting to send weapons and money to militants in the West Bank.
The Palestinian Red Crescent said its first responders treated seven people injured by live ammunition and that Israeli forces were hindering their access to the area.
Jenin governor Kamal Abu al-Rub said the operation was “an invasion of the (refugee) camp”.
As the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas seems increasingly at risk of falling apart — Hamas says it will not free three hostages as planned, and Israel says it’s ready to resume the war if it doesn’t — families of the hostages are struggling to maintain hope.
Seoul's Unification Ministry urges North Korea to stop demolition at border site amid escalating tensions and tourism reopening signs.
PM Modi in US LIVE updates: Follow The Hindu for more updates on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to US day 1 updates
President Trump likely to sign executive order on reciprocal tariffs before meeting with Prime Minister Modi, impacting US-India trade.
UN report details human rights violations by deposed Awami League government in Bangladesh, criticized for limited investigation timeframe.
US President Donald Trump and Putin agree to negotiate ending Ukraine war, following prisoner swap, aiming to stop conflict.
India seeks additional P-8I aircraft to enhance naval surveillance capabilities amid growing Chinese presence in the Indian Ocean.
World leaders discuss AI regulation in Paris, US and UK abstain, China opposes politicizing technology and trade.
U.S. Defense Secretary dismisses NATO membership for Ukraine, calls for realistic approach to end Russia-Ukraine war.
French President Macron and Indian Prime Minister Modi strengthen ties in southern France, discussing economic projects and defense cooperation.
Protesters storm book stall in Dhaka over Taslima Nasrin books, prompting investigation by Chief Adviser Yunus.
Elon Musk's team slashes $900 million in contracts at Education Department's research agency, raising concerns about student outcomes.
Modi in Paris LIVE updates: Follow The Hindu for more updates on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France