Israeli Defense Forces carried out a wide-ranging counterterrorism operation across Judea and Samaria, arresting approximately 60 wanted militants linked to Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. The operation focused on dismantling active terror networks, including cells involved in explosives production and preparations for attacks against Israeli civilians and security forces.

During coordinated raids conducted overnight, IDF units detained suspects identified through intelligence as playing operational roles within militant organizations. Several of those arrested were connected to bomb-making activities, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by organized terror infrastructure operating within the area.

In addition to the arrests, Israeli forces seized a significant cache of weapons and military equipment. Confiscated items included U.S.-origin M16 rifles, pistols, large quantities of ammunition, and tactical gear such as night-vision devices. The recovery of these weapons underscores the persistence of arms smuggling networks supplying militants, despite international monitoring efforts and sanctions aimed at limiting their access to advanced weaponry.

Israeli security officials emphasized that removing both personnel and weapons is critical to preventing imminent attacks and degrading the operational capabilities of terror organizations. The presence of standardized military rifles and specialized equipment reflects the level of organization and external support sustaining these groups.

The operation forms part of Israel’s broader strategy to maintain security and stability by proactively targeting terror cells before they can execute attacks. By combining intelligence-led arrests with weapons seizures, the IDF aims to disrupt militant planning cycles and reduce the threat to Israeli communities.

As tensions remain high, Israeli authorities have reiterated that such operations will continue as long as terror groups attempt to establish and expand their presence in Judea and Samaria. The latest arrests signal a sustained commitment to confronting Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad wherever they operate.