lennart
25-03-03, 17:35
Israeli forces surround Ramallah
24 March 2003
Palestinian fears of Israeli forces laying the groundwork for an escalation in repression in the West Bank were realized in Ramallah today, as word got out that Israeli forces have now encircled the city and, as of 4.30 pm local time, have closed all entrances and exits to the de-facto Palestinian capital. Residents of surrounding villages are now trapped in the city, unable to go home.
Jenin is also now under curfew, with one Palestinian was killed and several injured when Israeli soldiers attacked Jenin city. Curfews continue in Hebron and Yabbad.
24 March 2003
Palestinian fears of Israeli forces laying the groundwork for an escalation in repression in the West Bank were realized in Ramallah today, as word got out that Israeli forces have now encircled the city and, as of 4.30 pm local time, have closed all entrances and exits to the de-facto Palestinian capital. Residents of surrounding villages are now trapped in the city, unable to go home.
Jenin is also now under curfew, with one Palestinian was killed and several injured when Israeli soldiers attacked Jenin city. Curfews continue in Hebron and Yabbad.