Defense Minister Israel Katz has called on the Israeli military to prepare for the possibility of a large-scale attack on West Bank communities similar to the events of October 7. During a visit to the West Bank, Katz received a security briefing from senior commanders and praised the efforts of security forces, noting a significant reduction in terrorist activity due to ongoing operations in key areas such as Jenin, Tulkarem, and Nur Shams refugee camps. Katz highlighted the importance of maintaining a military presence in the West Bank to protect civilians and suggested expanding successful security models to other areas. He also announced plans to relocate military bases to the northern West Bank, framing it as a strategic move following a recent deadly attack linked to the region.