Israeli forces to remain in northern West Bank all year as military operation expands
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Israel's defense minister says troops to remain in some West Bank refugee camps for 'coming year'
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Trump Plans to Use Military Bases to Detain Migrants
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Two freed hostages back in Israel, military says
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Trump shakes up top military leadership
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US signals it will maintain military presence in Poland
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