
Palestinian health officials reported that Israeli forces conducted raids in the occupied West Bank, resulting in the deaths of nine Palestinians. The raids took place in Jenin and Tubas, with two men identified as Qassam Muhammad Jabarin, 25, and Asem Walid Balout, 39, killed in Jenin. The Israeli military confirmed operations in Jenin and Tulkarem but did not provide further details. Palestinian militant groups engaged in fire exchanges with the Israeli military, leading to heightened tensions in the region.
In a separate incident, Israeli strikes in Gaza claimed the lives of at least 16 individuals, including five women and three children. The strikes targeted the southern city of Khan Younis, resulting in multiple casualties. Efforts to rescue individuals trapped in the aftermath of the strikes were underway, with first responders working diligently to locate and assist those affected.