Israel launches major military operation in the West Bank

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The operation is being reported as one of the day’s most consequential international developments because it risks widening the Israel-Palestinian conflict while regional tensions are already elevated by fighting involving Iran, Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Israeli forces have raised their alert level and are preparing for possible missile launches from Iran or Lebanon, while restrictions on West Bank crossings are expected around election day. The reported evacuations and expanding military presence could intensify displacement, violence and diplomatic pressure in the days ahead.

Sources: Associated Press, Euronews, Anadolu Agency, Xinhua News Agency