Nabil Abu Rudeineh, spokesman for the Palestinian Presidential Administration, reported that Israeli forces have intensified their operations against Palestinians in Jerusalem and the West Bank. He urged the international community to intervene to halt the violence, as conveyed by the Palestine News Agency WAFA.
Rudeineh said that Israeli settlers and security personnel regularly launch assaults on Palestinian cities, towns, and refugee camps, including Tammun and the al-Faraa camp in Tubas, often resulting in on-the-ground killings. He attributed responsibility for these assaults to Israel, citing the ongoing danger faced by residents and the disruption to daily life across affected communities.
The spokesperson emphasized that a lasting resolution to the Middle East conflict must address the end of occupation and recognize the Palestinian people’s right to freedom and independence in line with international law, noting that this position is widely supported by the international community as a basis for peace. He also referenced sanctions and international responses aimed at reducing violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, calling for sustained pressure on those responsible for the violence.
On October 27, Israel announced the expansion of its ground operation in Gaza. The exact start date of the operation remained unclear, but reports indicated that hundreds of thousands of Palestinians fled homes, seeking shelter in safer areas across the southern region. By November 5, Israeli ground forces had surrounded Gaza City and cut off critical supplies, leaving central Gaza a scene of ongoing combat and humanitarian strain.
On November 22, Israel and Hamas reportedly reached an agreement on the release of hostages, including the release of certain detainees among those held by Hamas. The ceasefire was officially signed on November 24 and took effect, with the formal ceasefire concluding on the morning of December 1. In the lead-up to the ceasefire, a group of around 110 hostages had been captured and remained a central point in negotiations, underscoring the complexity of the conflict and its human toll.
Earlier reports indicated that authorities in Jordan had stated that the West Bank would be managed in a way that reflected broader political pressures within the region, highlighting the volatile alignment of regional actors and their impact on the Israeli-Palestinian situation. WAFA provided ongoing coverage of these developments and their implications for civilian safety and regional stability.