The United Nations has called for an immediate halt to the Israeli military operations in the occupied West Bank, as the situation escalates with a death toll rising to 17 since the operations began. Israel asserts that the operation is a counterterrorism effort, targeting Palestinian fighters hiding in a mosque in the city of Taram and other locations. Despite the focus on combating militant groups, there have been reports of civilian casualties and significant impacts on the healthcare system and infrastructure within the affected areas.
The UN Secretary-General has called for Israel to cease its military operations in the northern West Bank immediately.
Israel claims the operation is aimed at counterterrorism, stating five Palestinian fighters were killed in a mosque in the city of Taram.
The death toll has reportedly risen to 17 since the beginning of the Israeli military operations.
In Janine, eight Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces since the start of the operation, with widespread reports of infrastructure destruction and limited access to healthcare.
Israeli forces are said to be targeting militant groups in the northern West Bank, alleging that the groups have been stockpiling weapons funded by Iran.
Civilian casualties have been reported, including those from attacks on healthcare personnel and facilities, which contravenes International humanitarian law.
Medical Aid for Palestinians reports severe disruptions to healthcare services and challenges in providing emergency response due to the military invasion.
The invasion has resulted in over 500 attacks on healthcare personnel and facilities since the previous October, as per WHO reports.
Infrastructure damage, including to water systems, electricity, and communication lines, has severely impacted civilian life in the occupied West Bank.
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