Israel Orders Military to Prepare for Full Closure of West Bank

The measures follow a shooting that wounded several Israelis and comes days before Israelis vote in an election dominated by security concerns.
Israel Orders Military to Prepare for Full Closure of West Bank

Israel’s military has been ordered to prepare for a complete closure of the West Bank following a shooting incident near Hebron. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged to escalate counterterrorism operations ahead of the national election. The incident occurred at Yehuda Junction, prompting a significant military response and a search for the perpetrator.

  • Israel ordered its military to prepare for a full closure of the West Bank.
  • The order came after a deadly shooting near Hebron.
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to intensify counterterrorism operations.
  • The incident occurred at Yehuda Junction, southwest of Hebron.
  • The IDF dispatched soldiers and launched a search for the attacker.
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