Hebron is the largest Palestinian city in the West Bank and home to about 170,000 Palestinians. RelatedLt. Col. Peter Lerner, an Israeli military spokesman, said the Hebron closure will limit movement except for humanitarian cases. The tough Israeli action followed a deadly spike in Palestinian violence, with several attacks in two days. More than 80 Palestinian attacks have originated or taken place in the Hebron area since the current wave of violence erupted in September. Hebron Mayor Dawod Zatari said the Israeli troops closed the southern entrance to the city, which connects it to other cities and villages.

Source: National Post July 01, 2016 21:45 UTC