Israeli forces imposed extensive restrictions around Hebron in the occupied West Bank on 24 October, following attacks the previous day. The Israeli army said two soldiers had been killed and others wounded, and announced searches in the area from which the gunmen had operated.
Families leave their homes
Hebron’s governor reported that more than 200 families had been displaced. Local authorities also described evacuation orders in the Deir Bahha and al-Jalda neighbourhoods and said they were organising assistance. These are the local authorities’ figures, rather than a separately verified final count.
Road closures affect daily life
Entrances and roads have been closed, disrupting travel between the city and surrounding communities. Restrictions affect residents trying to reach jobs, services and medical care. Accounts from different locations describe different stages of the operation and should not be combined into one precise total.
The operation continues
The Israeli army has described its action as searches following the attacks. It had not answered the specific questions about Saturday’s evacuations in the reporting reviewed. The scope and duration of the restrictions, the conditions for residents’ return and access to essential services remain central questions.
