Yet Abbas’ brief visit will do little to halt the political and security unraveling in Jenin and across the West Bank. In response to a wave of Palestinian “lone-wolf” attacks targeting Israeli civilians, Israel launched its “Break the Wave” military campaign in March 2022. However, instead of stopping Palestinian violence, Israel’s actions since then have strengthened popular resistance and energized Palestinian armed groups. The West Bank was already witnessing its worst violence since 2004, and last week’s invasion of Jenin’s refugee camp marked another dangerous escalation. With increasing numbers of Palestinians supporting armed resistance, a new Palestinian intifada, or uprising, against Israel seems increasingly likely.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 14, 2023 18:26 UTC