IDF Operation Iron Wall Escalates Tensions in Jenin

Israeli forces initiated a major military operation in Jenin, West Bank, named 'Iron Wall', resulting in the deaths of at least 10 Palestinians and injuring over 40. The operation, described by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as aimed at 'eradicating terrorism', has been linked to broader efforts against Iranian-backed groups across the region. The raid follows a recent Gaza ceasefire and has raised concerns over its potential impact on the truce. Palestinian officials and international observers, including the United Nations, have expressed alarm over the escalation, with calls for restraint. Some see the operation as a response to pressure from right-wing Israeli ministers and a broader strategy to counter Iran's influence. The ongoing violence underscores the tension in the West Bank, a region with a significant presence of resistance groups like Hamas and Islamic Jihad.