The Israeli Defense Forces has announced restrictions on the movement of Palestinian workers in the run-up to Tuesday’s election, including plans to close West Bank crossings on election day.
The measures will affect the movement of Palestinian workers travelling through the crossings during the period surrounding the vote. The announcement comes amid an escalating Israeli crackdown in the West Bank.
Crossings are expected to remain closed on election day, limiting movement for Palestinian workers while the election takes place. No further details about the duration of the restrictions or any exemptions were provided in the supplied announcement.
The latest measures add to the restrictions facing Palestinians in the West Bank as Israel prepares for Tuesday’s election. The closures and movement controls are the most recent measures announced by the Israeli military in the run-up to polling day.
