Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to expand military operations in the West Bank, targeting what he calls “terrorist strongholds.” This announcement follows a deadly shootout on Friday and increasing tensions between Israel and Palestinians. The move comes as Foreign Minister Israel Katz accused a leading figure in the Israeli Democratic party of “blood libel” for suggesting the shootout was a consequence of settler violence and government policy. Heightened security concerns prompted the relocation of a cabinet meeting to an underground location, although the specific threat remains undisclosed. The situation is escalating with both sides hardening their positions. These developments further complicate the already fragile peace process in the region.