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Israeli forces commence 'broad counterterrorism operation' in northern West Bank

"The IDF and Shin Bet will not allow terrorism to take root in the area and are acting proactively to thwart it," a joint statement affirmed.

IDF troops operating in West Bank.
 Israeli security forces seen during a military operation in the West Bank city of Jenin, February 1, 2025

IDF kills terrorist who murdered Israeli security guard in 2024 terror attack

IDF troops operating in West Bank.

Paratroopers kill terrorist who threw rocks at Israeli citizens, soldiers near Ofra in West Bank

 Yoav Gallant speaks at Reichman University on February 25, 2025.

Former defense minister Gallant vacated home over security threat under Shin Bet direction


IDF, Shin Bet kill senior Hamas logistics official after Gaza ceasefire violation

Haddadeh was a central figure in Hamas’s supply and production infrastructure and as a key conduit for transferring weapons from the organization’s headquarters to the field.

 Hamas terrorists in Khan Yunis in southern Gaza ahead of the hostage release. January 30, 2025.

IDF intercepts 17 terrorists fleeing Rafah tunnel after manhunt

The IDF intercepted 17 Hamas terrorists fleeing Rafah tunnels, killing 11 and arresting six, as an observation officer described how her unit led the detection and targeting effort.

IDF troops operate behind Yellow Line in southern Gaza, November 20, 2025.

WATCH: IDF arrests over 60 suspects in West Bank, including 18 suspected Hamas affiliates

Weeklong operations across six West Bank brigades targeted terror cells, weapons manufacturing, and incitement, the IDF said.

Security forces operate in the West Bank, November 21, 2025.

Detained Hamas terrorist knew where Hadar Goldin's remains held - IDF, Shin Bet

Goldin's remains were returned by Hamas via the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) earlier this month as part of US President Donald Trump's Gaza peace deal.

Security forces apprehend Marwan al-Hamas, November 20, 2025.

Netanyahu calls emergency meeting as violence by Jewish extremists escalates

Netanyahu held the meeting with the IDF, Shin Bet, and Israel Police as settlers attacked Huwara, also amid criticism of the security establishment's failure to prevent West Bank violence.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ministers and MK's attend a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on November 10, 2025.

Israeli arrested in espionage plot, accused of carrying out missions for Iranian agents

According to the police and Shin Bet, the suspect was aware he was operating under the direction of Iranian agents and that his actions could harm state security.

 The silhouette of a man, seen over the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran (illustrative)

WATCH: Five soldiers, add'l civilians arrested for involvement in weapons smuggling network

Over the past month, security forces arrested multiple Israeli and Syrian civilians for their involvement in the network, which smuggled various types of weapons from Syria into Israel.

 IDF soldiers operate on Mount Hermon, on the border between Israel and Syria, December 12, 2024

Shin Bet chief's Zini under scrutiny: Petitioners argue ‘unreasonableness’ of PM's recommendation

Petitions by ex-intel chiefs and others argue Zini's lack of agency experience and flawed vetting compromise the Shin Bet's independence.

 Maj.-Gen. David Zini attends a ceremony held at the IDF Central Command headquarters in Jerusalem, July 8, 2024

WATCH: Retamim residents fear for safety after heavy gunfire from nearby Bedouin village

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the scene, and blamed previous Shin Bet head Ronen Bar for not acting on Bedouin crime.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir talks with residents of Carmit, southern Israel, November 17, 2025.

Palestinian terrorist shot dead by IDF paratroopers during operations in West Bank camp

Three Palestinians were reportedly injured during the IDF's operation in al-Fara, according to the Palestinian Authority-run WAFA news outlet.

Israeli security forces operate after settlers torched the Al-Hajj Hamida Mosque in the West Bank, November 13, 2025

IDF kills West Bank terrorist who threw explosive device at Israeli soldiers

Additionally, on Saturday night, Border police and IDF soldiers arrested two suspected terrorists in Kalkilya in an undercover operation.

 IDF soldiers operate in Nablus, in the West Bank, November 29, 2024.