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Israel Boosts West Bank Security Ahead of Elections
The Israeli military has increased security and restricted Palestinian movement in the West Bank and Jordan Valley ahead of Tuesday's elections. Palestinian workers are banned from settlements on Sunday and Monday, with a full closure on election day.
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What happened
- 01Israel's military raised security levels and restricted Palestinian movement in the West Bank and Jordan Valley.
- 02Palestinian workers are banned from West Bank settlements on Sunday and Monday, with a full closure on election day.
- 03Security measures are heightened due to tensions and preparations for Tuesday's elections.
- 04A security cordon around Hebron and Halhul will remain in place after a recent incident.
- 05Israeli soldiers' leave is suspended until election day to prevent attacks.
- 06Decisions followed a multi-front security assessment by senior military commanders.
Leave for Israeli soldiers is also suspended due to fears of attacks aimed at influencing the vote.
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