Hundreds of Israeli troops backed by helicopters, drones and armoured personnel carriers have raided the flashpoint cities of Jenin and Tulkarm and other areas in the occupied West Bank, killing at least 10 Palestinians, Reuters reports.

Palestinian health authorities said at least 10 Palestinians have been killed in different areas of the West Bank by Israeli forces during the operation.

The Palestinian health ministry said troops had surrounded Jenin’s main hospital, blocking off access with earth mounds.

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