Israeli forces withdraw from Hebron after 10-day operation

Conflict · First reported 1 Nov, 17:30 · Updated 18:31

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Hebron’s governor says Israeli forces have withdrawn after a 10-day siege, and displaced families have begun returning. Reports describe widespread disruption, including displacement, closed businesses and missed school days.

Hebron’s governor announced the withdrawal on Monday; displaced families began returning, and Palestinian security forces took control of the area, according to the governor.
The operation followed an October 23 shooting near Hebron in which two Israeli soldiers were killed and three wounded; Israeli forces later killed two suspects. [74b411bf-5189-4dbf-ae729c36387b]
The governorate reported more than 3,300 Palestinians displaced or otherwise affected; the municipality said 15 homes and structures were demolished and 327 shops closed.

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Key facts

Withdrawal announced: Monday; Hebron’s governor said Israeli forces had withdrawn after a 10-day siege.
People affected: More than 3,300 Palestinians were displaced or otherwise affected, according to the Hebron governorate.
Reported demolitions: The municipality said 15 homes and structures were demolished.
Business closures: The municipality said 327 shops closed.
School disruption: About 80,000 students in Hebron were unable to attend school, according to Wafa.