Israeli military displaces over 200 families in Hebron as part of a broader operation in the West Bank. The move follows a deadly attack on a checkpoint that left two Israeli soldiers dead and three injured. The operation targets areas linked to the attackers, with 2,000 residents forced from their homes.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the operation after the attack, which occurred days before a critical election. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed 2,000 residents were displaced, with 200 families reported to have been moved. The military has cordoned off parts of Hebron, restricting movement and conducting targeted searches.
The operation is part of a larger military campaign in the West Bank, with Israeli forces conducting searches in 40 areas. Netanyahu and other officials have vowed a strong response, with promises to destroy infrastructure linked to the attackers. The move comes as Israel faces a pivotal election, with security a key issue for voters.