VOICED: Palestinian security troops tasked with battling rival factions

Palestinian soldiers patrol the Israeli-occupied West Bank, focusing on threats from rival factions rather than the occupying force. They undergo special training to ensure readiness for intervention. The group was established five years ago with U.S. funding to maintain law and order, particularly against Hamas militants. Despite improvements in security, full control remains elusive without a Palestinian state.

What is the primary focus of the Palestinian soldiers patrolling the West Bank?

• To confront the Israeli occupying force

• To monitor potential suicide bombers or snipers

• To engage with international peacekeepers

• To maintain peace with neighboring countries

What was the main goal of the project funded by Washington in the West Bank?

• To maintain law and order

• To promote tourism in the region

• To build new infrastructure

• To establish a new military base

Which Palestinian faction is mentioned as a rival to the majority party in the West Bank?

• Fatah

• Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigade

• Hamas

• PLO

What is the significance of the soldiers' preparedness from a political perspective?

• It helps them find their place in a future Palestinian state

• It prepares them for international missions

• It ensures they can control the area fully

• It allows them to negotiate with Israel

What is the ultimate condition mentioned for the soldiers to truly find their place?

• The withdrawal of Israeli forces

• The creation of a Palestinian state

• The establishment of a new government

• The signing of a peace treaty