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32,000 Displaced as Israeli Forces Launch West Bank Offensive

11/28/2025

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On January 21, 2025, the Israeli army began a West Bank offensive in the Jenin refugee camp, expanding to Tulkarem and Nur Shams.
Rolan Friedrich, Director of UNRWA Affairs, said the assault displaced about 32,000 residents.
He criticized demolition orders for more than 190 buildings in Jenin as violating international law and seeking long-term camp control.
Friedrich urged rebuilding and the return of displaced residents.

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On January 21, 2025, the Israeli army began a West Bank offensive in the Jenin refugee camp, expanding to Tulkarem and Nur Shams.
Rolan Friedrich, Director of UNRWA Affairs, said the assault displaced about 32,000 residents.
He criticized demolition orders for more than 190 buildings in Jenin as violating international law and seeking long-term camp control.
Friedrich urged rebuilding and the return of displaced residents.