Netanyahu says 'we will destroy this place' as Israeli forces begin days-long operation with raids and demolitions.
Why is Israel launching a new military operation in the occupied West Bank?
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- Israel preparing full lockdown of occupied West Bank after Hebron gunfight
- Israeli military kills two in gun battle in occupied West Bank
- Jerusalem Daily: Israel to ‘lock down’ occupied West Bank
- Israel locks down occupied West Bank after Hebron shooting
- Israeli PM pledges massive military operation after West Bank checkpoint attack
- Israel raids towns, detains dozens of Palestinians in occupied West Bank
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