Palestinian Authority Clashes With Militants in Jenin Refugee Camp
A security operation by Palestinian forces in the West Bank city of Jenin has left at least one militant dead and 22 others injured as tensions escalate.
- Palestinian Authority (PA) security forces launched a major operation in the Jenin refugee camp to reassert control over the area, a stronghold for militant groups.
- At least one militant, identified as a commander of Palestinian Islamic Jihad's Jenin Brigade, was killed during exchanges of gunfire with PA forces, and 22 others were reported injured.
- The operation follows rising tensions between the PA and militant factions, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad, which have criticized the PA's actions and called for protests.
- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has directed security services to remain in Jenin until they regain control over the camp, which has seen frequent clashes with Israeli forces in recent years.
- The conflict underscores growing friction within Palestinian territories, with similar clashes reported in other West Bank cities such as Nablus and Tulkarm in recent weeks.