Israel to close West Bank crossings for election as Hebron crackdown continues
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Summary
Israeli forces continued demolitions and closures in Hebron in the occupied West Bank, days after Palestinian gunmen killed two Israeli soldiers there; both attackers were killed. Displacement estimates vary: Reuters said about 1,200 people were displaced, UPI said thousands, and the New York Times reported hundreds of families fled. The Israeli military also announced it will restrict Palestinian workers' movement and close West Bank crossings on Tuesday's election day.
Left-leaning
- Israel Cracks Down in West Bank City After Deadly AttackNew York Times · Oct 24, 10:52 AM
- Bulldozers tear down home as Israel cracks down in the West BankNBC News · Oct 24, 4:00 PM
Center
- Around 1,200 Palestinians are displaced in Hebron as Israel begins military operationReuters · Oct 24, 12:02 PM
- Israel razes entire Palestinian neighborhoods in the West BankUPI · Oct 24, 12:52 PM
- Israel to close West Bank crossings on election day as crackdown escalatesBBC News · Oct 25, 1:15 AM
- Israel imposes closures across a West Bank city after attacksAssociated Press via Washington Times · Oct 24, 11:08 AM