Israel Imposes West Bank Lockdown for Sukkot Holiday
Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered a general closure on the West Bank, effective during the Sukkot holiday and its intermediate days (Chol HaMoed). The decision, based on recommendations from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and security establishment, aims to ensure full security coverage and maintain safety throughout the region.
Under the directive, Palestinian laborers will be prohibited from entering Israeli settlements in the West Bank during the holiday period. Exceptions will be made for essential workers entering industrial zones, but only on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with strict security guidelines from the IDF's Central Command.
No exceptional permits will be granted during the closure, except for a few cases stemming from state commitments to the High Court of Justice. Security forces are on heightened alert and deployed across the West Bank to enforce the restrictions and protect residents and travelers.
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