Israeli Military Expands West Bank Raids, Deploys Tanks After Two Decades

The Israeli military has intensified its monthlong offensive in the occupied West Bank, launching fresh raids that have killed hundreds and displaced thousands.  

For the first time in over two decades, Israeli tanks were deployed in the territory as forces expanded operations in Jenin, Tulkarem, and surrounding areas. Reports indicate that the army is considering opening military corridors, signaling a prolonged campaign. 

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Israeli forces stormed Jenin from the west, imposing a curfew in Qabatiya for a second consecutive day, while also raiding al-Yamoun and Burqin. Armoured vehicles and bulldozers continued heavy shelling in key areas housing large refugee camps.  

Meanwhile, the al-Quds Brigades, the armed wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, reported clashes with Israeli forces in Jenin, further escalating tensions in the region.