On Monday evening, Nov 24, 2025, Israeli forces launched a "counterterrorism operation" in eastern Nablus, a bustling city in the northern West Bank. The raid surrounded a house on Amman Street, leading to an intense exchange of fire. Palestinian sources reported that Abdel-Raouf Shatyeh, wanted for an alleged vehicular attack that killed two Israeli soldiers, was shot dead during the operation.
Witnesses heard heavy gunfire and saw flames rise from an apartment hit by shoulder-fired projectiles. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS) tried to reach an injured person but was blocked by Israeli troops. Local residents later confirmed that the man had died.
The raid also triggered a wave of arrests across several neighborhoods in Nablus, with forces detaining multiple men suspected of militant ties. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) calls such missions "counterterrorism operations" (military actions aimed at stopping terror threats), aiming to prevent future attacks. But these actions often spark debates about civilian safety and human rights. 🌐
For our readers in South Asia and Southeast Asia, this is a reminder of how global currents shape local lives. We'll keep you posted on developments—stay tuned and stay curious. ✨
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Palestinian killed during Israeli military operation in West Bank
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