Operation Defensive Shield
March 29 – May 10, 2002 · West Bank
Result Inconclusive
Israel launched a large military operation in West Bank cities after a wave of suicide bombings during the Second Intifada. Fighting in the Jenin refugee camp was especially heavy.
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Palestinians
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Battles 3
- Battle of Jenin (2002) 2002 · Israeli victory
- Siege of the Church of the Nativity April 2 – May 10, 2002 · Negotiated Palestinian retreat
- Battle of Nablus April 3–8, 2002 · Israeli victory