Counterterrorism

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Police locate weapons 10 meters underground - in northern Israel

Large cache of weapons, ammunition, and military vests discovered in tunnel dug under home in Kafr Salem near Haifa.

Jenin

In broad daylight: 2 terrorists eliminated in military operation

IDF, ISA, and Border Police eliminate two terrorists, confiscate weapons, and arrest three suspects in daylight military operation; 20 suspects arrested by Central Command.

IDF & ISA confirm: At least 12 terrorists eliminated in Tulkarm

In joint statement, IDF and ISA confirm that at least 12 Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists were eliminated in a strike intended to thwart an imminent terror attack.

Shechem:

Two terrorists eliminated, IDF soldier severely injured

Four IDF soldiers injured, one of them seriously, in a shootout with terrorists in Shechem; two terrorists eliminated, including a key figure in Judea, Samaria, terror.

Deep pit found in yard of Jenin home

IDF forces locate deep pit dug in yard of Jenin home. 'No weapons or suspects found in pit.'

IDF soldier severely injured in operation in Jenin

IDF soldier from the Haruv Reconnaissance Unit severely injured by gunfire after terrorists fire towards forces in Jenin.

Terrorist who directed attacks in northern Samaria eliminated

IDF, ISA, eliminate head of terror group in Qabatiya, six additional terrorists, in northern Samaria operation.

Five eliminated:

IDF strikes armed terror cell in Samaria

Large numbers of Israeli security forces operating in Tubas and Tamun, as part of larger counterterrorism operation.

Jenin counterterror op:

14 terrorists eliminated, dozens of explosives neutralized

IDF announces that in the last week and a half, 14 terrorists have been eliminated, over 30 suspects have been apprehended, approximately 30 explosives planted under roads were dismantled, and four aerial strikes were conducted in the area of Jenin

PA criticizes IDF counterterrorism operation in Samaria

Palestinian Authority accuses the IDF of laying siege to hospitals in Jenin and the Israeli government of planning to deport Palestinian Arabs from northern Samaria.

From car and helmet cams:

Dramatic footage of Hamas leader's elimination in Jenin

Watch dramatic footage from helmet and vehicle cameras, showing the elimination in Jenin of Hamas leader in Jenin Wassem Hazem.

Wassem Hazem, head of Hamas in Jenin, eliminated in strike

Israel eliminates terrorist Wassem Hazem, head of Hamas in Jenin, and two additional Hamas terrorists, in counterterrorism operation.

Samaria operation launched after alert of major attack received

The IDF launched its major operation in northern Samaria after it received an alert that terrorists were planning on infiltrating an Israeli community and committing a large-scale attack.

'Give it to him - hostile down'

Watch: Border Police officers eliminate terrorists near Jenin

Footage filmed by a camera mounted on the helmet of Border Police special operations officers shows a close-quarters encounter between the officers and armed terrorists.

Ambassador Danon responds

UN chief urges Israel to stop Judea and Samaria operation

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres criticizes Israel’s counterterrorism operation in Judea and Samaria. Danon responds: The State of Israel will not sit idly by and wait for scenes of buses and cafes exploding in city centers.

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The largest operation in over 20 years

Israeli forces continue to operate in Jenin, Tulkarm, and the Jordan Valley.

At least 15 terrorists eliminated

Counterterrorism operation in Jenin and Tulkarm launched

Security forces launch counterterrorism operation in Jenin and Tulkarm. Palestinian Arabs report that terrorists were eliminated.

U.S. Intelligence prioritizes 'hurt feelings' over counterterror

During WWII the motto "Loose Lips Sink Ships" reflected the priorities of US security agencies, today's massive IC is comprised of at least 18 "three letter agencies" whose DEI motto seems to be "Inconsiderate Words Hurt Feelings."

Jenin:

IDF eliminates terrorists behind murder of Yehonatan Deutsch

IDF, ISA, announce identities of terrorists eliminated in Jenin, note two of them were involved in a Jordan Valley terror earlier this month.

After two days:

Counterterror operation on seamline concludes

Speaking with Arutz Sheva, a defense official described the operation as substantial and added: 'We don't wait on the goal line, we do proactive offensive operations."

In first:

IDF airstrike in Jordan Valley

Security forces begin counterterror operation near Jenin, eliminating one terrorist and arresting others.

IDF destroys weapons storehouse in Shechem

IDF forces arrest 14 wanted terror suspects, destroy weapons storehouse, and seize lathes in nighttime counterterror operation.

IDF strikes terrorists driving in Jenin

IAF aircraft strike two armed terror cells during security operation in Jenin.

Amid tense situation:

IDF ramps up defensive operations in Judea and Samaria

The IDF is increasing defensive operations on roads and in communities in Judea and Samaria amid fears of escalation on various fronts.

Jenin counterterror operation ends after 40 hours

11 terrorists killed, 21 injured at end of counterterrorism operation in Jenin. IED laboratory uncovered, 16 explosives destroyed, and large amount of weapons and ammunition seized.

Jenin: Terrorist eliminated in aerial strike

For the third time since the start of the war, a fighter plane and Apachi helicopter struck in Jenin.

These are the terrorists eliminated near Tulkarem

Joint IDF, ISA statement names the three Hamas terrorists, one Islamic Jihad terrorist, killed in the nearly 13-hour firefight near Tulkarem, in which a Yamam officer was critically injured.

Terrorist who murdered Elhanan Klein is killed

Yamam counterterrorism officer critically injured in hours-long operation near Tulkarem is fighting for his life, hospital says.

Bodycam footage:

IDF soldiers operate in the Nur al-Shams camp

During the operation, forces from the Haruv, Duvdevan, LOTAR (counterterrorism), and YASAM (Police Special Operations) Units eliminated 14 terrorists in close-range gun battles and arrested 15 suspects.

Tulkarem: 10 terrorists eliminated, nine soldiers injured

Security forces eliminate ten terrorists in close-quarters combat, arrest eight wanted terrorists, expose explosives, and search buildings.

Security forces demolished homes of terrorists involved in murder

Security forces demolished homes of terrorists involved in murder and arrested others.

Footage from the operation:

Terrorists eliminated in joint operation in Jenin

Aircraft, snipers, eliminate terror suspects in Jenin, destroy vehicle containing explosives.

Enforcing the Law of Nations

Israel's targeted killing and counter-terrorism is justified in today's world. International law is not a suicide pact, especially when an adversary remains indifferent to its unassailable claims. Opinion.

Near Ramallah:

Border Police officer injured by gunfire

In six-hour operation near Ramallah, two wanted suspects are arrested; Border Police officer suffers light injuries from gunfire.

Major terror attack thwarted:

IDF eliminates terror chief in Shechem

Terror chief in Shechem, planning to carry out major and imminent attack with members of his cell, is eliminated by IDF, Shin Bet.

IDF maps home of terrorist who killed Israeli Arab

Israeli security forces map home of one of the terrorists who carried out terror attack near British Police Junction.

New Jersey man tried to join Somali terror group

New Jersey man inspired by Hamas attacks tried to join Somali terror group, prosecutors say.

Six terrorist eliminated after UAV strikes cell near Tulkarem

In Nur Shams, near Tulkarem, a terror cell hurls explosives at IDF forces, is taken out by IDF UAV.

Watch: This is how the IDF destroyed an explosives lab

IDF forces destroy explosives lab near Tulkarem, arrest suspect found at the scene.

IDF operates in Jenin, eliminates terrorists using UAV

Security forces operating in Jenin exchange fire with armed terrorists; terrorists hurl explosive devices at forces.

Five terrorists eliminated during IDF operation in Tulkarem

IDF forces operate to expose roads under which explosives were placed, eliminate central terror operatives.

IDF forces eliminate Muhammad Zahed, prominent Nablus terrorist

IDF, ISA, kill a number of terrorists in the Balata Camp in the city of Nablus, prevent terror attacks against Israeli civilians.

IDF forces eliminate Islamic Jihad terrorist in Jenin

Terrorists attempt to escape by ambulance into Jenin hospital, are arrested by IDF forces.

New law bans consumption of Hamas, ISIS, publications

Knesset plenum approves new bill banning consumption of terror-inciting content.

IDF maps home of Jerusalem terrorist, uncovers explosive devices

IDF destroys weapons storehouse, uncovers explosives hidden under roads throughout Judea and Samaria.

IDF in Jenin:

Three terrorists eliminated, UAV launches missile at terrorists

During operation to thwart terror, security forces arrest terrorist Atta Abu Ramila, who incited, funded, and promoted terror.

Amendment to allow designation of individual terror operatives

The 2016 Counter-Terrorism Law will be amended to allow the Minister of Defense to designate individuals as terrorists.

Tulkarem:

Border Police officer killed in counterterrorism operation

During the operation, an IDF aircraft located and struck a team of armed terrorists that endangered the Israeli forces.

Wounded officer:

'They evacuated us amid the combat, I will continue to serve'

One of the Border Police officers who was wounded in Tulkarem recounts the incident.

Video: Border Police officers arrest terror suspect in Abu Dis

Undercover Border Police officers enter Abu Dis, arrest terror suspect, guided by Shin Bet intelligence. Rioting Arabs attempt to stop them.

Four terror suspects apprehended in counterterror operation

Terror suspects hurl explosive device at IDF soldiers during weapons raid in Kafr Dan.

IDF forces seize large number of firearms in overnight operation

Local Arabs instigate violent riots, hurl rocks at IDF soldiers; the forces respond with riot dispersal methods.

Dozens of bullet casings found after attempted shooting attacks

No injuries reported following two separate shootings, on an Israeli town and an IDF post.

Security forces arrest senior Islamic Jihad operative

Terror suspects hurl rocks, Molotov cocktails, and an explosive device at the soldiers.

Terrorist involved in recent shooting attacks is apprehended

Security forces operating in Jenin arrest terrorist involved in a number of recent shooting attacks in Judea & Samaria.

Tulkarem weapons smugglers were enlisted by Islamic Jihad

Islamic Jihad enlisted terrorists from Tulkarem to smuggle weapons over Jordanian border into Israel, investigation reveals.

IDF targets terror headquarters in Nur Shams

Security forces target building containing ready-to-use explosives; gunfight breaks out with suspects at the scene.

Terrorists hurl rocks, explosives, at security forces

IDF, ISA and Israel Border Police forces conducted counterterrorism activities in Judea and Samaria, apprehending over 30 suspects.

Report: Wanted terrorist eliminated in Jenin

Gunfight erupts between terrorists and IDF soldiers, leaving one terrorist dead.

Watch: Israeli SWAT unit eliminates terrorists who opened fire

Border Police in Judea and Samaria eliminate two terrorists who opened fire at them during an operation.