West Bank: the news, day by day

Israel seals West Bank crossings for its own election day

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank cannot vote for the Israeli government that controls their movement, and that same government is locking them in on the day it is chosen.

Source: BBC

Government · Election

Israeli forces demolish Palestinian homes in Hebron, displacing families

Israel has occupied Hebron since 11967, and every demolished home pushes Palestinian families out of a city settlers are steadily taking over.

Source: BBC

Citizens · Occupation

Israel launches West Bank military operation days before its election

Israel has occupied the West Bank since 1967, and Palestinian towns again face its army as Israeli politicians campaign for votes.

Source: Cna

Government · War & attacks