IDF enters Jenin for the first time since large-scale operation, 12 arrested
The IDF has been concerned about acting too much in Jenin, which could undermine the PA's legitimacy there by making them look like they are working directly with the IDF.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB
The IDF, Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency), and Border Police made arrests in Jenin this week for the first time since the massive Jenin operation in early July. Although only two Hamas terrorists were arrested in a raid on Sunday and Monday, it was significant because the IDF has unofficially stayed out of Jenin for the past few weeks to give the Palestinian Authority an opportunity to reassert its authority. The IDF has been concerned about taking action again in Jenin, which could undermine the PA’s legitimacy by making it seem that the PA is working directly with the IDF.
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The IDF has been concerned about acting too much in Jenin, which could undermine the PA's legitimacy there by making them look like they are working directly with the IDF.
By YONAH JEREMY BOB
The IDF, Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency), and Border Police made arrests in Jenin this week for the first time since the massive Jenin operation in early July. Although only two Hamas terrorists were arrested in a raid on Sunday and Monday, it was significant because the IDF has unofficially stayed out of Jenin for the past few weeks to give the Palestinian Authority an opportunity to reassert its authority. The IDF has been concerned about taking action again in Jenin, which could undermine the PA’s legitimacy by making it seem that the PA is working directly with the IDF.
more............. https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-753115