A major Israeli operation in the West Bank kills 9 Palestinians and wounds 40

An Israeli military operation in the West Bank resulted in the deaths of at least nine Palestinians and injuries to 40 others, while a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza continued. The ceasefire excludes the West Bank, where Israeli raids spark frequent clashes, but aims to bring calm to Gaza for six weeks and secure the release of hostages and prisoners. Israel’s top general resigned over security failures related to Hamas’ 2023 attack, despite Hamas maintaining control in Gaza after 15 months of conflict.

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