Gaza-Based Factions Claim to Have Presence in the West Bank
Two Gaza-based militant organizations have claimed responsibility for attacks in the West Bank over the past several weeks.
Tag Archives: West Bank
Hamas Operatives in Gaza Continue to Direct Attacks in the West Bank
Evidence continues to grow that Hamas is directing attacks in the West Bank against both the IDF troops and Israeli citizens.
Hezbollah smuggling weapons to the West Bank amid surge in militant activity
FDD’s Long War Journal confirmed with a senior Israeli military official that Hezbollah is transferring weapons to the West Bank.
Arrest of Militants Signals Hamas’ Involvement in Uptick of West Bank Violence
Israel’s Shin Bet arrested several Hamas operatives in the West Bank this month in connection to planned shooting and bombing attacks against Israelis.
A Newly Established Militant Organization in the West Bank Claims Several Attacks
A nascent militant organization has been established in the West Bank and has claimed several attacks against IDF troops.
Mounting Evidence of the PA’s Security Services Clashing With IDF Troops in the West Bank
Attacks launched by the Palestinian Authority’s Security Services against IDF troops has increased since the uptick in violence in the West Bank began last year.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad Leader Behind the Rise in West Bank Militancy Arrested
A Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader in the West Bank behind the surge in militant activity was arrested in an Israeli security forces’ operation Monday night in Jenin.
Conflict Resumes in the West Bank During IDF Operations in Nablus
After a short lull, militants clashed with IDF troops operating in Nablus Sunday morning resulting in the deaths of two al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades members.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad Purportedly Establishes New Formation in the West Bank
Palestinian Islamic Jihad announced the formation of a new unit in Tubas after clashes against IDF troops on Sunday.
Analysis: Understanding the Militant Groups Behind the Violence in the West Bank
A rising trend in Palestinian militant activity in the West Bank has been ongoing since last year. Nascent organizations have been established as a method to counter IDF troops operating in the West Bank.
Israeli Forces Clash with Armed Palestinian Militants in Jenin
An Al-Jazeera journalist and a YAMAM counter-terrorism officer are the latest victims in clashes between Palestinian militant groups and Israeli security forces in the West Bank.
Analysis: Palestinian Factions Respond to IDF Operations, Exploit Terror Wave
Palestinian militant factions in the West Bank have responded aggressively to IDF raids and have exploited recent terror wave in Israel.
West Bank Militants Reorganize, Establish Joint Operations Room
West Bank militant groups have reorganized and established the Hizam al-Nar Joint Operations Room to disrupt IDF military activity.
Suicide Bombers Take Part in West Bank Ceremony
Suicide bombers from al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades make an appearance at a ceremony in the West Bank Friday night.
Analysis: The Surge in Militant Activity in the West Bank
The May conflict in Gaza and the recent escape of militants from an Israeli prison have spurred militant groups to become more active in the West Bank.
Palestinian militant groups condemn Morocco’s agreement to normalize relations with Israel
Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and other Palestinian militant groups published statements denouncing the normalization of ties between Morocco and Israel.
Tawhid al Jihad urges militant operations against Israel
In its first major publication this year, Tawhid al Jihad urges its followers to unite against Trump’s peace plan and West Bank annexation.
Analysis: Palestinian factions warn Israel against West Bank annexation
Palestinian militant factions have issued statements against the annexation of the West Bank and warn of violence if Israel proceeds with its plan.
Palestinian militant groups react to Middle East peace plan
Palestinian militant groups vow to fight Trump’s peace deal.
Islamic State, Hamas both claim stabbing of Israeli policewoman in Jerusalem
The Islamic State claimed responsibility for its first operation inside Israel earlier today. However, Hamas quickly disputed the self-declared caliphate’s claim, saying that Abu Bakr al Baghdadi’s loyalists were merely attempting to confuse the media. According to Hamas, two of the attackers were sent by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) and the third by Hamas.