Hebron:The Israeli army has continued its military operations in Hebron for the eighth consecutive day, intensifying raids and imposing stricter measures across the city. Local sources have reported ongoing military activities in the southern occupied West Bank city, with the Israeli forces conducting raids in the Jilada and Ain Deir Baha neighborhoods, deploying numerous soldiers and military vehicles.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the Israeli military forced dozens of Palestinian residents in the Ain Deir Baha neighborhood to evacuate their homes. The ongoing military operations began after the Israeli army launched an offensive on October 23, following a shooting incident at the northwestern entrance of Hebron, which resulted in the deaths of two Israeli soldiers.

The Israeli forces have since killed the two Palestinian suspects involved in the shooting and have introduced further restrictions in the city. The military has also strengthened its presence near the homes of Ahmad and Hamouda al-Ja'ba, who were accused of the attack. The forces reportedly searched the al-Ja'ba family homes, and sounds of digging were heard inside, though further details were not provided.

Anadolu's reports indicate that the Israeli forces have detained Palestinians at military checkpoints near the Jilada roundabout, subjecting them to searches and mistreatment. The Hebron Municipality disclosed that nearly 4,969 Palestinians from 780 families have been displaced due to the military offensive, which has also led to the demolition of homes and infrastructure, and the conversion of residences into military posts.

Since the onset of the offensive, the Israeli army has arrested 110 Palestinians in Hebron, According to Palestinian Prisoners' Society. The military activities in Hebron are part of broader Israeli operations across the West Bank and East Jerusalem, characterized by increased violence, arrests, and demolitions following the escalation of conflict in the Gaza Strip in October 2023.