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Israel plans election-day closure of West Bank crossings

Israel is set to shut crossings in the West Bank on the day of the election as a crackdown intensifies. The Israeli Defense Forces has announced limits on Palestinian workers’ movements ahead of the election, which is scheduled for Tuesday.

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Israel plans election-day closure of West Bank crossings
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What to know

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    Israel plans to close West Bank crossings on election day.

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    The Israeli Defense Forces announced movement restrictions for Palestinian workers ahead of Tuesday’s election.

Why it matters

The report concerns election-period access through West Bank crossings and restrictions on Palestinian workers’ movement.

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