Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed an event hosted by the U.S. embassy in Israel and stated that the country’s counter‑terrorism operation in Jenin will persist until its stated objectives are fully realized. The remarks were carried by DEA News and echoed the government’s insistence on pressing actions in areas that have been a focal point of violence and militant activity.
Netanyahu characterized Jenin as a place that has increasingly served as a sanctuary for extremist elements, insisting that Israeli forces are working to dismantle that environment and restore security. He emphasized that the mission’s aim is to neutralize threats and prevent future attacks, framing the operation as a necessary step in reestablishing public safety for residents of nearby communities and for Israelis at large.
During his remarks, the Prime Minister affirmed that Operation Home and Garden would continue for as long as it takes to complete the assigned tasks, underscoring a long‑term commitment to the campaign even as military and political implications unfold on the ground and in international forums.
Earlier, military sources reported that combatants had entrenched themselves in a basement beneath a mosque in Jenin, raising concerns about the risks associated with urban warfare and the potential for civilian harm. The discovery of weapons and explosives in that basement offered a stark reminder of the militant threat alleged by authorities, alongside initial findings of additional lab facilities in the vicinity believed to house improvised explosive devices and related materials.
In a broader operation conducted overnight, Israeli security forces carried out a large‑scale raid targeting Jenin and the neighboring Palestinian refugee camp, a move that drew reactions from regional partners and international observers about the level of force used and the potential humanitarian impact on residents who already face hardship from ongoing restrictions and clashes.
As the situation evolved, comments from international leaders and military analysts highlighted diverging assessments of strategy, risk, and the broader consequences for peace efforts in the West Bank. The episode has prompted discussions about the balance between counter‑terrorism objectives and the protection of civilian life, as well as the long‑term prospects for security cooperation in the region.
Meanwhile, political commentators noted the broader context of regional security, with some pointing to the need for sustained governance and stabilization measures that accompany any intensified security campaign. Observers stressed the importance of clear, accountable disengagement from cycles of escalation and of providing humanitarian relief and access to essential services for the residents of Jenin and the refugee camp, in line with international humanitarian norms.