Finance Minister Smotrich urged the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority and the continuation of military operations in the West Bank. Meanwhile, the Likud party anticipates a potential loss of 10 to 12 Knesset seats due to a security scandal, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of a possible government led by Gadi Eisenkot.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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1,143 Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque in West Bank Closure
War24 days ago
Israeli troops conducted military raids in Nablus, Marka and Tulkarm on Saturday during a period of increased volatility in the region. The Jerusalem Governorate reported that 1,143 settlers entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque through the Mughrabi Gate, and War Minister Katz ordered a comprehensive closure of the West Bank through Sukkot that bars Palestinian workers from settlements.
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