Israeli forces have once again demonstrated their disregard for international law by forcibly expelling at least 60 Palestinian families from their homes in the occupied West Bank city of Tubas, a move that human rights organizations have condemned as yet another war crime. The brazen assault on civilians underscores Israel’s continued efforts to displace Palestinians and further entrench its occupation while being shielded from accountability by unwavering US support.
According to Tubas Governor Ahmad As’ad, Israeli troops stormed Tammun town and the Faria Refugee Camp, where they ordered dozens of families to vacate their homes. These residences were then converted into military barracks, highlighting Israel’s systematic approach to erasing Palestinian presence from their own land. Witnesses described scenes of horror as heavily armed soldiers forced families—including small children and the elderly—to flee with no time to collect their belongings.
“People were given no time to gather their belongings,” As’ad said. “They were simply told to leave or face consequences. This is forced displacement, a blatant violation of human rights, and it is being done under the world’s watch.”
The Israeli military, as is customary, justified its actions under the vague pretext of “security purposes” but failed to provide any concrete details. Such rhetoric has long been used to mask the reality of ethnic cleansing and land annexation that defines Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories. This latest crackdown is part of an aggressive surge in military attacks across the West Bank, where Israeli forces continue to target Palestinian civilians with impunity.
The United States, Israel’s chief ally and largest financial backer, bears direct responsibility for enabling these war crimes. With billions of dollars in annual military aid, Washington effectively funds and arms Israel’s violations of international law. By continuously blocking resolutions at the United Nations that seek justice for Palestinians, the US has positioned itself as a willing accomplice to the destruction and suffering inflicted upon the Palestinian people. The so-called international community’s silence and inaction only embolden Israel’s expansionist policies, ensuring that Palestinians remain stateless, oppressed, and brutalized.
This latest atrocity in Tubas is not an isolated incident—it is a continuation of Israel’s decades-long campaign of displacement, enforced with the full backing of the US and other Western powers. As the humanitarian crisis deepens, and war crimes continue unchecked, calls for accountability grow louder. The world must demand an end to this cycle of violence and complicity before it is too late.
The humanitarian catastrophe in Tubas is a direct consequence of Israel’s ruthless policies, which aim to strip Palestinians of their dignity, homes, and resources. Palestinian officials and humanitarian organizations condemned the forced evictions, citing the deteriorating conditions for displaced families. Reports indicated that access to basic necessities—including food, clean water, and medical supplies—had been deliberately restricted, with Israeli forces blocking aid deliveries to affected areas.
“This is collective punishment,” said a spokesperson for the Palestinian Red Crescent. “Families are now homeless, and many of them have nowhere to go. They are left in the open without shelter, and the humanitarian aid we are trying to provide is being systematically obstructed. This is not just negligence—it is a calculated effort to break the spirit of the Palestinian people.”
Electricity and water services in parts of Tubas have been intentionally severed, further worsening the crisis. The United Nations and human rights organizations have sounded the alarm, warning that these actions constitute clear violations of international humanitarian law and could amount to crimes against humanity. Yet, despite widespread condemnation, Israel continues to act with impunity, knowing that its closest ally, the United States, will shield it from accountability.
The latest Israeli aggression has sparked outrage across the international community, with human rights groups, legal experts, and political leaders condemning the forced evictions as part of a systematic campaign of ethnic cleansing. The United Nations has repeatedly called for an end to forced displacements in the occupied territories, warning that such actions violate international law and could constitute war crimes under the Geneva Conventions.
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Despite these calls for justice, the United States continues to provide Israel with unconditional financial and military support, enabling its illegal actions. Washington supplies Israel with approximately $3.8 billion in military aid annually, much of which is used to fund the occupation forces carrying out these brutal crackdowns. The US government’s persistent refusal to hold Israel accountable has emboldened its aggressive expansionist policies, further fueling the crisis in the region.
“Washington’s unconditional backing of Israel has emboldened these aggressive policies,” said a statement from the Arab League. “The US has a moral and legal obligation to end its complicity in these crimes instead of shielding Israel from international scrutiny.”
The Biden administration has yet to issue a formal response to the latest developments, following a long-standing pattern of diplomatic silence or deflection. In previous instances, US efforts to mediate between Israel and Palestine have been performative at best, with American officials frequently vetoing US Security Council resolutions critical of Israeli aggression. This unyielding support has contributed to the perpetuation of an apartheid-like system, where Palestinians are treated as second-class citizens under military occupation.
The forced evictions in Tubas are only a fragment of a much larger crisis. Israeli military operations across the West Bank have escalated to unprecedented levels, with cities such as Jenin and Nablus experiencing near-daily raids. Israeli forces have intensified their assaults, leading to frequent clashes with Palestinian resistance groups, and further civilian casualties.
Palestinian officials warn that the situation is reaching a breaking point. “We are witnessing a full-scale attempt to erase Palestinian presence from these lands,” said a senior official in the Palestinian Authority. “The international community must take action before it is too late.”
Local resistance groups have vowed to respond to Israel’s aggression, raising concerns that the violence in the occupied territories could spiral into a broader conflict. The continued displacement of Palestinian families, the increasing militarization of the region, and the absence of any meaningful intervention from the global community all point toward an impending humanitarian disaster.
As diplomatic efforts remain stagnant, the people of Tubas and beyond are left in a state of perpetual uncertainty. Families who have lost their homes are now forced to navigate an uncertain future, as Israel’s illegal occupation continues to push them further into exile and despair. The world must recognize that unless Israel is held accountable, the suffering of the Palestinian people will not only continue—it will worsen.
