Israeli Forces Kill 3 Terror Operatives in West Bank Raid

Israeli forces conducted a raid in the northern West Bank village of Kafr Qud near Jenin, resulting in the killing of three Palestinian terror operatives who were planning an attack, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Israel Police, and Shin Bet. Yamam counter-terrorism unit snipers shot two of the operatives and wounded a third, who was subsequently killed by an Israeli Air Force strike targeting the cave from which they emerged. The operation was based on intelligence provided by the Shin Bet and supported by the IDF, and was part of a broader effort to reduce terror activities in the West Bank, particularly in areas like the Jenin refugee camp and nearby camps, which have been under military deployment since January 2025. In addition to neutralizing the terror cell, Israeli forces arrested individuals suspected of incitement to terrorism in the Hebron area and seized weapons manufacturing tools. This raid is consistent with IDF efforts to counter terror threats in the region amid ongoing tensions and military operations. Other regional incidents include Israeli drone strikes in Lebanon and political developments within Israel, but they are separate from the West Bank operation.