Several IDF soldiers were lightly wounded in the assaults by Hamas.
Operating in Tulkarm, the IDF's Kfir brigade eliminated terrorists, apprehended wanted individuals, and destroyed explosive devices.
The US said last week a Navy warship in the Red Sea intercepted projectiles launched by the Houthis, potentially toward Israel.
During a raid in Nur Shams, the IDF engaged terrorist operatives and destroyed a terrorist command center and explosives arsenal.
Heavy gunfire and explosive devices targeted Israeli forces in the camp during the raid.
One of the suspects arrested on Route 431 tied himself to the blast during an investigation by Shin Bet and Border Police.
The intended target is still yet to be determined, according to Israeli police.
Terrorist groups in the West Bank and abroad have intensified efforts to smuggle explosives over Israel's borders.
An IDF engineering vehicle was hit by an explosive device during the raid.
Following recent use of IEDs in attacks, most notably in a blast near Joseph's Tomb, commandos warned it "will only get worse" in the West Bank.
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