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West Bank Tensions Surge: 150 Homes Demolished, Thousands Displaced

9/13/2025

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Tensions in the West Bank have escalated following the Hamas-led attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, with increased Israeli military operations.
The IDF took over Nasser Faratawi's property in Tulkarm in March, causing significant damage and vandalism.
After using the property as a temporary military base for three months, the IDF allegedly set it on fire.
Nasser witnessed the destruction of his business, which he had operated for over 30 years.
The UN reports that over 150 houses have been demolished in Tulkarm, displacing approximately 10,600 residents.

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Story summary

Tensions in the West Bank have escalated following the Hamas-led attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023, with increased Israeli military operations.
The IDF took over Nasser Faratawi's property in Tulkarm in March, causing significant damage and vandalism.
After using the property as a temporary military base for three months, the IDF allegedly set it on fire.
Nasser witnessed the destruction of his business, which he had operated for over 30 years.
The UN reports that over 150 houses have been demolished in Tulkarm, displacing approximately 10,600 residents.