Jewish National Fund Forests Remain Off-Limits Due to Unexploded Ordnance
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Forests and campgrounds managed by the Jewish National Fund in northern Israel remain closed due to unexploded ordnance following recent conflict. A 14-year-old was killed by a cluster munition explosion in the area. The JNF has posted warnings and closed specific routes, citing ongoing clearance operations and restoration efforts.
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- Jewish National Fund areas in northern Israel are closed due to unexploded ordnance.
- A 14-year-old boy was killed by a cluster munition explosion near the border.
- JNF has posted warning signs prohibiting entry into forests and campgrounds.
- Cycling routes and scenic roads in the Naftali Mountains are closed until further notice.
- The closures are due to ongoing clearance of explosive devices and war damage restoration.
Areas of the Jewish National Fund's (JNF) territory near Israel's northern border remain inaccessible following the recent conflict, with warnings posted about the danger of unexploded ordnance. A 14-year-old boy was killed by a cluster munition explosion in a border area of the north. The JNF has placed warning signs near the site, explicitly prohibiting entry into forests and campgrounds in the region.
According to information on the JNF's website, the cycling route in the Naftali Mountains and the scenic road in the same mountain range have been closed since May 25, 2025, and will remain so until further notice. These closures are attributed to ongoing restoration efforts following war-related damage.
Ynet reported that JNF representatives confirmed the continued validity of the access ban, stating that the entire territory has not yet been cleared of explosive devices. The JNF, also known as Keren Kayemeth Le'Israel, is responsible for managing vast tracts of land in Israel, including forests and recreational areas.
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