Netanyahu vows to hunt Hamas terrorists as ministers demand major West Bank military operation

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed on Friday to track down Hamas terrorists after a major attack that nearly resulted in civilian casualties. The IDF and security forces are on high alert, arresting suspected terrorists and establishing a cordon around Hebron. President Isaac Herzog, in a statement, prayed for the recovery of injured individuals and offered condolences to affected families.

Likud events planned for Friday were canceled, and Likud Party chairman Benny Gantz also called for a strong military response. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir urged the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority, stating that the attack serves as a reminder that Judea and Samaria cannot tolerate a terror state. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich predicted that a comprehensive military campaign in the West Bank would be unavoidable as long as the terror threat persists.