Israel arrests 20 Palestinians in West Bank raids
Systemic abuse reported: The Palestinian Prisoners' Affairs Commission and Prisoners' Club confirm escalating arrests, with detainees facing threats, home vandalism, and property seizures.
Towns under military siege: The West Bank towns of Bruqin and Kafr ad-Dik remain blockaded for an eighth day by Israeli forces and reports of homes converted into military bases.
Jenin & Tulkarm targeted: Nearly 1,000 arrested in months-long operations and includes re-arrests of previously released detainees.
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