Army invades Nablus and nearby refugee camp

Tuesday May 15, 2007 15:03 by Ghassan Bannoura - IMEMC & Agencies

A massive Israeli force invaded the northern West Bank city of Nablus and the nearby refugee camps on Tuesday morning.

Troops entered the city and the Al Ein and Balata refugee camps and searched a number of homes. Upon completing the search, they deployed around the area and established a military checkpoint.

In the nearby Al Far'a refugee camp, local youth clashed with the invading Israeli troops. The soldiers left after several hours and no injuries were reported.

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