The Palestinian Authority has intensified its security operations in Jenin, aiming to combat armed militants despite being traditionally reliant on Israel for such efforts. Following a large-scale Israeli raid, the authority opted to pursue its own operations, capturing many fleeing militants. Brig. Gen. Anwar Rajab noted significant progress in reinforcing law and order. This move aligns with the authority's desire to demonstrate its capability in governance and security amidst rising tensions, especially since the Hamas attack on Israel, ignoring criticisms from Palestinians concerned about damage and displacement in the West Bank.
The authority, which has limited governing powers in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, had for years largely ceded the fight against militants to Israel.
We made very important progress in reinforcing law and order, Brig. Gen. Anwar Rajab, the spokesman for the authority's security forces, said in a phone interview.
Questions swirl over whether it can take on governance and security in Gaza, the group's leaders appear eager to demonstrate that they will not shy away from fighting.
Jenin, and in particular the Jenin camp, a sprawling neighborhood built for refugees, had become a haven for Iran-backed armed fighters from Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
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