Summary of First Day of Counterterrorism Operation in Jenin and Tulkarm

12 terrorists were eliminated, more than 10 wanted suspects were apprehended, dozens of explosive devices were dismantled and weapons were confiscated.

In a counterterrorism activity conducted by the Yamam, ISA, and IDF soldiers in Tulkarm, five terrorists hiding inside a mosque were eliminated. Among the terrorists that were eliminated was Muhhamad Jabber, "Abu Shujaa", the head of a terrorist network in Nur Shams who had been involved in numerous terror attacks.

The security forces dismantled dozens of explosive devices that were planted under the roads intended to be used in attacks on the forces, and terrorists were eliminated in IAF strikes and exchanges of fire.

During the counterterrorism activity, the soldiers apprehended terror suspects and located and confiscated weapons, including M-16 machine guns, ammunition and additional military equipment.

During the counterterrorism activity, an IDF soldier was moderately injured. He was evacuated to a hospital for further treatment and his family was notified.

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