The IDF began an operation overnight Tuesday-Wednesday in Nablus and the adjacent Balata refugee camp, as part of the broader "Iron Wall" campaign to root out terrorism in Judea and Samaria.
Participating in the current operation are three battalions and two special forces units: Maglan, Duvdevan, the Nahal Brigade's 931st Battalion, two reserve battalions, and a Border Police unit. The forces are concentrating on capturing wanted suspects and identifying sensitive targets, with the broader aim being a full-scale raid on Balata, similar to the one carried out in Jenin several weeks ago. With the holiday approaching, the IDF is stepping up readiness, entering Nablus and Balata with the goal of maintaining control over the area.
The Iron Wall campaign has been ongoing for approximately three months in northern Samaria, with a focus on terrorist groups operating in the various camps. While most of the activity has centered on the refugee camps in Jenin, Tulkarem and Nur Shams, the IDF has also carried out operations in other camps, including Far'a near Nablus, as well as in camps inside Nablus itself.
