Israeli forces displace 1,200 Palestinians in Hebron after deadly attack on soldiers
Summary
Israeli forces made about 1,200 Palestinians leave their homes in Hebron, in the West Bank, following an attack that killed two Israeli soldiers. The Israeli military said this was part of a large operation to find militants and weapons, while Palestinian officials called it collective punishment and asked for international help.Key Facts
- Two Israeli soldiers were killed in a shooting by two Palestinian gunmen near Hebron.
- Israeli forces displaced around 1,200 Palestinians from their homes after the attack.
- Another 1,300 Palestinians may also be forced to leave their homes.
- The military operation targeted the Al-Jaladah and Ein Deir Baha areas near Hebron.
- The Palestinian Authority criticized the operation as collective punishment.
- Around 70 Palestinians were reported arrested by Israeli forces, though officials have not confirmed this.
- Some homes and businesses were demolished during the military raids.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu linked the operation to security measures following the attack, amid upcoming elections.
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