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IDF Raids Bethlehem, Arrests 40 Amid Violence Prevention

11/16/2025

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On November 13, 2025, Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) announced the arrest of about 40 Palestinians in Bethlehem, with the Israel Defense Forces and police conducting more than 15 raids and seizing M16 rifles.
Security officials said the operation prevented violence.
Near Hebron, two 15-year-old Palestinians were shot by the IDF, who said they were armed with Molotov cocktails and posed a threat, while the Palestinian Authority reported their deaths.

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Story summary

On November 13, 2025, Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) announced the arrest of about 40 Palestinians in Bethlehem, with the Israel Defense Forces and police conducting more than 15 raids and seizing M16 rifles.
Security officials said the operation prevented violence.
Near Hebron, two 15-year-old Palestinians were shot by the IDF, who said they were armed with Molotov cocktails and posed a threat, while the Palestinian Authority reported their deaths.