Israel Launches Targeted Operation in Hebron Following Deaths of Two Soldiers
![An Israeli soldier aims his weapon during a patrol near the homes of two Palestinian gunmen who killed two Israeli soldiers and injured three others earlier in the day, in Hebron in the occupied West Bank, on October 23, 2026 [Hazem Bader/AFP]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aljazeera.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2026%2F10%2FAFP__20261023__D48R7V4__v1__HighRes__PalestinianIsraelConflictWestBankAttack-1792793985.jpg%3Fresize%3D1920%252C1440&w=3840&q=75)
Key Takeaways
- Two Israeli soldiers killed in an attack in Hebron.
- Israeli military launched a targeted operation in response.
- Brent crude prices hit $117.30 per barrel amid regional conflict fears.
OPA WIRE, Oct 24 (OPA) — The Israel Defense Forces confirmed the start of a targeted security operation in Hebron on Wednesday. The move follows the deaths of two Israeli soldiers in an incident that has prompted a significant deployment of troops into the area to conduct search and containment efforts.
Global energy markets responded immediately to the security developments. Brent crude prices climbed to $117.30 a barrel, marking a sustained increase as investors weigh the potential for a broader conflict involving Iran. The price surge reflects ongoing market anxiety regarding regional stability and the security of oil supply routes.
This operation follows a period of heightened friction across the region. President Donald Trump’s administration has been monitoring the situation closely, as the prospect of a direct confrontation between Israel and Iran remains a primary concern for international observers and energy analysts alike.
Military officials have not provided a specific timeline for the conclusion of the Hebron operation. Security forces remain on high alert as they continue to assess the tactical situation on the ground, while global markets remain sensitive to any further reports of military escalation.
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Mohammad Karamali
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