Israel launches West Bank operation after two soldiers killed

Israel's military launched a major operation in the occupied West Bank on Friday, saying it would last several days and include searches and building demolitions. The move came after gunmen killed two soldiers, just days before Israeli elections in which security is a key issue. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in a tight race to keep his job in Tuesday's vote. He has campaigned on promises to keep Israelis safe. He and his right-wing allies visited the scene of the attack and pledged an even harder line on security.