UN Warns of Escalating Violence in West Bank

The escalation of violence between Israel and Palestine has reached alarming levels, with the UN warning of increased human rights violations by Israel in the West Bank. UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese highlighted the intensification of military operations in Jenin, Nablus, Tulkarem, and Tubas, resulting in significant casualties and destruction of infrastructure. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich expressed concerns about potential large-scale attacks similar to the October 7 incident. Amidst these tensions, three Israeli police officers were killed by Palestinian militants, leading to further Israeli military actions, including the killing of the responsible gunman and extensive raids. The IDF and Shin Bet have arrested approximately 5,000 individuals linked to Hamas since the conflict began. The violence continues to escalate, with ongoing military operations and retaliatory attacks on both sides.