Israel Imposes West Bank Closure During Sukkot Holiday
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS French by baba
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- West Bank closure ordered by Defense Minister Israel Katz for Sukkot.
- Palestinian workers barred from Israeli settlements during the holiday.
- Essential workers in industrial zones may receive exceptions.
- Measure is a routine security practice during Jewish holidays.
- Limited practical impact expected due to prior restrictions.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to implement a general closure of Judea and Samaria starting Sunday and lasting through the Sukkot holiday. This decision aligns with recommendations from the military. During the festival, Palestinian laborers employed in Israeli settlements within Judea and Samaria will be barred from entering.
An exception will be made for workers deemed essential in industrial zones within Judea and Samaria. Their entry will still be subject to security directives from the IDF Central Command. No exceptional permits are expected to be issued during the closure, except for those mandated by the state to the Supreme Court.
The imposition of restrictions during Jewish holidays is a standard security measure in Israel in recent years. However, the practical impact of this particular closure is anticipated to be limited. The majority of Palestinian workers have already been prohibited from entering Israel since the October 7th attacks, meaning this measure will primarily affect Palestinians working within Israeli settlements in Judea and Samaria.
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