עליטע איזראעלי געהיימע איינהייטן ארעסטירן טעראריסט אין דזשענין צענטער.
Elite undercover units of the Israel Border Police, known as Mista'arvim, successfully carried out a high-risk arrest in broad daylight in the city center of Jenin. Bodycam footage released by Israeli authorities shows the operatives, disguised as local residents, approaching and detaining a suspected terrorist without incident. The operation was conducted under the direction of Shin Bet intelligence and targeted a fugitive linked to terrorist activities and illegal weapons access.
The suspect was swiftly removed from his vehicle and transferred for questioning, demonstrating the effectiveness of undercover tactics in a densely populated, high-risk area. Mista'arvim units specialize in blending seamlessly into local environments to execute operations that minimize collateral risks while maximizing operational precision. Their ability to conduct such arrests in broad daylight underscores both their training and the level of planning involved.
Jenin has long been a focal point of Palestinian militancy, and Israeli security forces have intensified raids in the area since 2022. This arrest is part of a broader campaign to disrupt terrorist networks across the West Bank. According to recent data from the Israel Defense Forces, over 4,000 operations were conducted in the West Bank in 2025 alone, reflecting a sustained effort to prevent attacks and neutralize threats to civilians and military personnel alike.
The operation highlights the coordination between Shin Bet intelligence and Mista'arvim units, combining actionable intelligence with specialized tactical execution. Such measures continue to be a cornerstone of Israel’s approach to maintaining security in volatile areas while minimizing risks to both operatives and the local population. By removing key figures from terrorist networks, these operations aim to weaken organizational capabilities and disrupt planned attacks, contributing to broader regional stability.
