Israeli army withdraws from Hebron after 10-day operation

The Israeli army withdrew from the entire occupied West Bank city of Hebron after a 10-day siege and military operation, local authorities said Monday, Anadolu reports.

Hebron Governor Khaled Dudin said Palestinian security forces had regained control across the city following the Israeli withdrawal.

Dudin said families forced to leave their homes during the operation could begin returning, while authorities and security forces were monitoring developments to ensure a safe return.

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The Israeli army launched the operation on Oct. 23 after an armed attack it attributed to two Palestinians. Two Israeli soldiers were killed and three others injured, while Israeli forces killed the two alleged attackers.

During the operation, Israeli forces imposed restrictions on Hebron and surrounding villages, seized homes in the Jalda and Ain Deir Baha neighborhoods and used some as military positions.

According to the Hebron Governorate, more than 3,300 Palestinians were displaced or otherwise affected, while 15 homes and facilities were demolished.

Authorities also reported damage to infrastructure, businesses and educational activities during the operation.

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