Israeli Army: Two Alleged Attackers Killed in the West Bank

2024-08-31 09:00:08

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Israeli Army: Two Alleged Attackers Killed in the West Bank

The Israeli army has killed two alleged Palestinian attackers in the occupied West Bank. One was responsible for an attempted car bombing near the Israeli settlement of Gush Etzion, injuring a soldier and a reservist.

The second attacker was killed after entering the Karmei Zur settlement and colliding with the security chief's vehicle. The radical Islamist Hamas and Islamic Jihad claimed the attackers as their fighters.

Fighting continues in the stronghold of Jenin, while Israeli soldiers have withdrawn from other Palestinian cities. The operation in the West Bank began on Wednesday, and aid agencies report that four Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike.

The victims were local escorts volunteering with Move One. Amidst ceasefire pauses, the World Health Organization is delivering polio vaccines to Gaza.

The UN warns of the risk of regional war, and the US urges Israel to prevent attacks on the UN. Kamala Harris calls for a ceasefire and hostage release, but the Biden administration's arms policy towards Israel remains unchanged.

The EU considers sanctions on Israeli ministers for hate speech, and the IDF has completed a month-long operation in Khan Younis and Deir el-Balah, killing over 250 fighters. The UN peacekeeping chief warns of significant regional escalation risk, and Hamas praises the attacks in the West Bank.

The Israeli army launched a major operation in the West Bank to combat the increase in terrorist activities and dismantle the Iranian-Islamist terrorist infrastructure. As a result, Mohammed Jaber, the commander of Islamic Jihad, was killed. Israeli settlers have also been involved in violent attacks, prompting criticism of the army's failure to protect Palestinian villagers. Relatives of Israeli hostages in Gaza gathered at the border to communicate with their loved ones. EU foreign policy chief Borrell faced resistance when proposing to put Israeli ministers on the EU sanctions list. Since the start of the military operation, 15 Palestinians have been killed and 45 arrested. The situation has raised concerns of a possible war in the West Bank, with Iran-backed militias like Hamas and Islamic Jihad exerting influence. Israel accuses Iran of funding terrorists and smuggling weapons. The violence has led to the displacement of over 1,000 Palestinians due to settler attacks, while worsening economic conditions have increased recruitment for militias. The Palestinian Authority cooperates with Israel, while Hamas encourages Palestinians in the West Bank to rise up. The offensive aims to prevent attacks on Israelis and curb Iran's influence.

Israel's attack on a convoy carrying medical supplies in Gaza resulted in the deaths of several aid workers. The convoy, coordinated with Israeli authorities, was targeted despite its approval. This attack adds to the ongoing violence in Gaza, where aid convoys have also been attacked by Israeli forces. The World Food Program has suspended aid deliveries in Gaza after one of its teams was attacked. The situation in Gaza is dire, with a polio outbreak and a lack of essential supplies due to the ongoing blockade. In the West Bank, clashes between Israel and Palestinians have resulted in multiple deaths, and there are concerns about the long-term implications of Israel's actions. Israeli officials are demanding a continued military presence in Gaza, complicating negotiations for a ceasefire with Hamas. The Israeli government's actions have been criticized, with concerns raised about the safety of aid workers and the overall humanitarian situation in Gaza.

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