West Bank residents were protesting Palestinian Authority operations against local militants in Jenin on Monday, December 16.Footage filmed by Palestinian journalist Noor Alfaris shows men in riot gear throwing smoke bombs and protesters running away.The men in riot gear are wearing the uniform of the Palestinian Authority Security Forces, whose symbol is clearly visible at 00:32.According to news reports, the Palestinian Authority launched its largest operation in years to regain control of Jenin from militants.At least three militants have been killed, as well as one civilian, pushing residents to take to the streets and protest the operation, according to The National.Al Jazeera said West Bank residents have been protesting for days following the beginning of the Palestinian Authority operations against the so-called “Jenin Battalion” of militants. Credit: Noor Alfaris via Storyful