Al-Raqeeb – The city of Tubas in the West Bank witnessed a large-scale incursion by Israeli occupation forces last night, marked by arrests and the vandalism of both public and private property, including Al-Dawli Square, which citizens use for national occasions.
In an interview on Al-Raqeeb with Talaat Alawi, Israeli affairs specialist Mohammad Allan Duraagmeh confirmed that the occupation forces withdrew from the city this morning after hours of destruction and disorder. He described the scene as a daily occurrence across West Bank towns and refugee camps—from Jenin to Tulkarem, Nur Shams, and Balata—under an Israeli policy aimed at exhausting Palestinians and keeping them under constant security pressure.
47 Ceasefire Violations in Gaza
Despite reports of a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, 47 violations were recorded in the past hours, including limited airstrikes and targeted operations. Israeli circles continue to insist that the war “is not over yet” and that combat operations will persist in different forms.
Netanyahu: The War Is Not Over… Trump Supports the “Second Phase”
In an interview with Channel 14, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the war on Gaza has not ended and will continue until “the objectives are achieved.” Among his stated priorities is the recovery of Israeli captives, both living and dead.
Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his support for what he called the “second phase,” noting that “what is happening in Gaza is the result of American smart weapons.” Analysts argue this reflects the depth of U.S.–Israeli partnership in the war on the Strip.
War of Terminology: “The War Has Ended, but the Fighting Continues”
The Hebrew daily Maariv published an analysis stating that while the war has “formally ended,” it has not stopped in practice. The Israeli military, it said, will continue targeted assassinations and airstrikes under the pretext of security.
Duraagmeh added that Israel treats the West Bank as an open battlefield, similar to Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, in order to justify continued raids, killings, and arrests, while political terminology is used to mislead public opinion.
Unmeasurable Objectives
Duraagmeh pointed out that Netanyahu has set unachievable and immeasurable goals for the war, such as “eliminating Hamas” or “achieving a decisive victory.” He argued these goals merely serve as a pretext to prolong the conflict and destroy the foundations of life in Gaza, with the ultimate aim of rendering the Strip uninhabitable and pushing its residents toward displacement.
Cairo Rejects U.S. and Israeli Pressure
Conversely, Egypt has maintained its refusal to open the borders for the displacement of Gaza’s population despite heavy American and Israeli pressure. Observers say this position thwarted one of the main objectives of the war: to empty Gaza of its inhabitants.
Dubious International Mechanism to Administer Gaza
Hebrew media outlets reported discussions over creating an international mechanism to manage Gaza, funded by millions of dollars and involving figures from different countries, purportedly to oversee security and aid distribution.
Observers, however, believe this mechanism is merely a means to cement Israeli control under international cover, achieving through diplomacy what Tel Aviv could not secure through direct war.
Ongoing Sanctions and Rafah Crossing Closure
Despite agreements to open the Rafah crossing for patients and aid, the Israeli government announced that it will remain closed until further notice, linking its reopening to the return of Israeli captives’ bodies.
Israel continues to block the entry of medicines, medical equipment, and humanitarian aid into the Strip, citing alleged Hamas violations of the ceasefire. Meanwhile, Gaza remains deprived of the most basic necessities of life.
U.S. Double Standards
A recent U.S. State Department statement raised eyebrows after warning of “potential Hamas attacks against Palestinian civilians,” while ignoring the ongoing genocide carried out by Israel for over 700 days. Washington continues to provide full political and military cover for Israel.
Gaza Disrupts the World and Exposes Western Rhetoric
Analysts concluded that Gaza has succeeded in reshaping global awareness despite continued official Western complicity. The Strip has become a symbol of steadfastness and a revelation of the hypocrisy of Western humanitarian discourse, even if this shift has not yet reached international decision-making circles.