Israeli occupation forces arrested 22 Palestinians during raids conducted across the West Bank and Jerusalem. Military units detained these individuals during operations that took place throughout the region on 29 October. The arrests occurred as Israeli forces moved through various Palestinian communities to carry out search and seizure activities. Local reports confirmed that the detainees were taken into custody and removed from their respective locations. No further details regarding the specific identities of those arrested or the exact areas targeted within the West Bank and Jerusalem were released by the military authorities. The situation remains active as security forces continue their presence across the territory.
Military Siege in Hebron
Israeli forces arrested seven Palestinians in the Hebron Governorate on 29 October, marking the seventh day of an ongoing military operation. Local authorities report that the campaign has affected approximately 780 families throughout the region.
In the specific areas of Al-Jalda and Deir Bahha, the military enforcement has resulted in roughly 5,000 people being displaced or placed under siege. These two locations have remained under a strict blockade and closure since Friday, 23 October 2026. The Hebron Municipality continues to monitor the impact of these restrictions on residents currently confined to their homes or forced to relocate due to the security measures. The situation in Hebron remains fluid as military units maintain their positions within the governorate.
Demolitions in Salfit District
Israeli forces demolished three homes in the towns of Deir Ballut and Bruqin, located west of Salfit, on 29 October. The operations involved the destruction of residential properties as part of ongoing military activity in the Salfit district.
Local records indicate that these recent actions are part of a broader trend of demolitions within the area. More than 10 homes and structures have been demolished by Israeli forces in Deir Ballut alone. These measures have impacted the housing infrastructure in the district, leaving residents without their properties. The military authorities have not provided further details regarding the specific criteria used for the selection of these buildings for demolition. Security forces continue to operate in the vicinity of Deir Ballut and Bruqin following the completion of the demolitions.
Impact of Construction Restrictions
Jihad Al-Qassem, mayor of Deir Ballut, reported on the long-term impact of Israeli administrative measures on local construction. According to the mayor, "the number of stop-work, construction and demolition orders issued in the town in recent years had reached around 100." He added that "the number of homes and structures demolished by Israeli forces in the town had exceeded 10."
These legal and physical actions have restricted the ability of residents to develop or maintain property within the town. Local officials indicate that these orders frequently precede the destruction of residential assets, affecting the housing capacity of the district. The administration continues to document these notifications as part of its oversight of land use and development in the Salfit area. Military and civil authorities have not provided specific criteria for the issuance of these recent stop-work or demolition directives, leaving property owners in the region with limited information regarding the future status of their buildings.
