IDF builds first permanent military post in Palestinian-controlled West Bank since 1990s

The IDF outpost was established near the Jenin refugee camp, whose residents were displaced in January last year. In documents obtained by Haaretz, the army said the project was meant to replace troops stationed in residents' homes and had received all necessary approvals

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The IDF outpost was established near the Jenin refugee camp, whose residents were displaced in January last year. In documents obtained by Haaretz, the army said the project was meant to replace troops stationed in residents' homes and had received all necessary approvals

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The Israeli army is establishing a permanent military outpost in the West Bank city of Jenin, according to legal documents obtained by Haaretz.

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