During his visit today (Sunday) to the Judea and Samaria Division, Defense Minister Israel Katz made it clear that Israel will not allow Judea and Samaria to become a hotbed for terror like Gaza or southern Lebanon, stating, “Anyone who commits acts of terror like in Gaza will be dealt with just as we handle Gaza.”
The visit began with a briefing for the minister on the extensive operation carried out by the IDF over the weekend in northern Samaria. He met with soldiers and commanders in the division, followed by a visit to the Yamam (special unit) in the West Bank, where fighters and commanders told him about recent operations across the region. Among other topics, they reviewed recent missions that thwarted terror cells and helped ensure the safety of Israeli citizens.
Footage of Katz’s Visit:
Display of Undercover Unit Capabilities
During the visit, the minister observed demonstrations by Border Police undercover units operating in Judea and Samaria, showcasing their counterterrorism capabilities in refugee camps. At the end of the visit, the minister thanked the soldiers for their unwavering commitment to protecting Israeli citizens, and their extraordinary resilience against all threats. He vowed to take decisive action to “cut off the Iranian octopus’s arms in the refugee camps of the West Bank, and safeguard the security of residents and settlements.”
The Ongoing Hunt for Terrorists
Over the weekend, the IDF conducted a large-scale operation in the Jenin area as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terror infrastructure in Judea and Samaria. Security forces raided multiple targets, arrested suspects involved in terror activities, and seized weapons. The operation concluded without any injuries to Israeli forces.
After the operation, the IDF stated that forces continue to pursue the terrorists responsible for the January 6th shooting attack in Al-Funduq, intensifying efforts to combat terror and ensure the safety of residents in Judea and Samaria.
