Starting tomorrow: restrictions on entry of Palestinian workers to settlements in Judea and Samaria

Ahead of the elections on Tuesday, the IDF has decided to restrict the entry of Palestinian workers to settlements in Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley starting tomorrow. On election day itself, the entry and exit of Palestinian workers will be banned throughout the area, and all land crossings will be completely closed.

Starting tomorrow (Sunday) until Monday, the IDF will restrict the entry of Palestinian workers to work in settlements in Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley, except for industrial zones and a few other approved areas. This is based on the security assessment. Additionally, the political echelon has approved, on the recommendation of the security establishment, a complete ban on the entry and exit of Palestinian workers throughout Judea and Samaria and the Jordan Valley, including industrial zones, for the entire election day, Tuesday, October 27, 2026. As part of the preparations, all land crossings will be closed throughout election day.