Israel starts ‘significant’ military operation in West Bank, days after Gaza ceasefire

Israel starts ‘significant’ military operation in West Bank, days after Gaza ceasefire

[South China Morning Post] - 01/22/2025

Israel’s Netanyahu said the West Bank campaign is aimed at Iran-backed militias in the territory.



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