The high-stakes operation at the Ibn Sina Hospital in Jenin turned deadly, resulting in the death of three individuals, including a man Israel accuses of masterminding a deadly assault.
The raid, which has sent shockwaves through the region, saw these elite soldiers, armed and disguised, weaving through hospital corridors. Dramatic CCTV footage, buzzing on social media, captures the moment these undercover troops detain a man, kneeling him against a wall and hooding him in a gripping scene.
Israel’s military has thrown a spotlight on the slain trio, branding them as Palestinian militants covertly holed up in the hospital. Among the dead, Mohammed Jalamneh is singled out by Israeli officials as plotting an attack reminiscent of the Hamas-led carnage on October 7, which left around 1,100 people dead and about 250 hostages in its wake.
West Bank – Last night, Israeli special forces used disguises to conduct an heroic mission at Ibn Sina Hospital. They eliminated 3 Hamas terrorist scums, including a top commander. Great work guys 🇮🇱 pic.twitter.com/kAeOdX1M7q
— 🇬🇧RonEnglish🇬🇧🏴 (@RonEng1ish) January 30, 2024
The Palestinian Health Ministry has condemned the operation, calling for international outrage over military actions in medical facilities. The raid is the latest flashpoint in escalating violence that has raised fears of a wider Middle East crisis.
Hamas has confirmed one of the deceased as a member, while Islamic Jihad claims the other two, identified as brothers, were part of their group. The Israeli military has hit back, accusing these organisations of exploiting civilian areas and hospitals as shields.
The international community has raised eyebrows at Israel’s tactics, particularly raids on Gaza’s hospitals, which have pushed an already teetering healthcare system to the brink. Meanwhile, the West Bank remains a powder keg, with frequent Israeli raids and clashes, especially in Jenin, intensifying the unrest.
The United Nations reports that since last year’s Hamas attack, Israeli forces have killed at least 357 Palestinians in the West Bank, while Palestinian attacks in the same region have claimed at least ten Israeli lives.
