IDF imposes "breathing closures" on cities in Judea and Samaria ahead of elections

The IDF has imposed "breathing closures" (temporary blockades) on cities in Judea and Samaria since last night ahead of the elections, aiming to reduce friction. Forces have been reinforced along the seam line and hiking sites will be secured. Meanwhile, arrests were carried out in Jenin, Nablus, and Qalqilya. Last night, Palestinian vehicles were set on fire in the Binyamin region.

The IDF has imposed "breathing closures" (temporary blockades) on cities in Judea and Samaria since last night ahead of the elections, aiming to reduce friction between Israelis and Palestinians. Forces have been reinforced along the seam line due to fears of attacks, and hiking sites will be secured on the day off. Meanwhile, division forces conducted arrest operations in the Qalqilya, Jenin, and Nablus districts. Last night, forces were unable to prevent the torching of Palestinian vehicles in Binyamin. A security source stated that engineering forces are preparing to demolish illegal structures and terrorists' homes. Brigadier General Kobi Heller emphasized strengthening multi-organizational activity with the Israel Police, Border Police, and Shin Bet.