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IDF Uses Water Access as Pressure Tactic in West Bank
Summarized from Haaretz English by baba
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The Israeli military is reportedly restricting water access in West Bank communities like Ras al-Ahmar and Masafer Yatta, cutting pipes and blocking roads. The IDF cites firing zones for preventing residents from obtaining supplies, and the High Court has declined to intervene. This tactic is seen as a way to pressure residents to leave their homes.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- The IDF is reportedly using water access control to pressure West Bank residents to leave.
- Pipes were cut and roads blocked in Ras al-Ahmar, and residents of Masafer Yatta are denied water.
- The IDF cites firing zones as a reason for restricting resident movement and water access.
- The High Court has declined to issue orders regarding the water access restrictions.
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