Monday, 16/02/2026   
   Beirut 13:58

West Bank: Dozens of Palestinians Kidnapped by Occupation Forces in Overnight Raids

Israeli occupation sldiers take up positions during raid in West Bank's Hebron (January 19, 2026).

The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) kidnapped dozens of Palestinian citizens during raids in the West Bank and Jerusalem last night and early Monday.

Local sources reported that a large number of Israeli occupation troops stormed Nablus City and nearby villages, with reinforcements arriving from the al-Tur and Beit Furik checkpoints.

The enemy arrest campaign in Nablus targeted about 40 citizens, including national and notable figures, as well as women. Most of them were kidnapped from their homes in Nablus City.

In Tulkarem, the IOF carried out raids in the city’s Shuweika suburb and the town of Deir al-Ghusun, kidnapping one citizen from his home.

In al-Khalil, Israeli occupation forces kidnapped three citizens from the city and another one from Sa’ir town.

In Jerusalem, Israeli enemy forces stormed Qalandia refugee camp and the town of Kafr Aqab, where they carried out a wide campaign of raids and searches targeting several homes. The operation reportedly included arrests among citizens.

The IOF also stormed other areas of Jerusalem and the West Bank, with no reported arrests.

Source: Palestinian media (edited and translated by Al-Manar)