West Bank checkpoint

 Police and security personnel at the scene of a stabbing attack at a checkpoint, near Jerusalem

Checkpoints in Israel face criticism, but checkpoints abroad don't receive such - opinion

Just like the security checkpoints that you find at every American airport, the purpose of the Israeli checkpoints is to deter and catch terrorists. 

By MOSHE PHILLIPS
06/01/2024

Palestinian shot after attacking security forces at Jerusalem checkpoint

The head of the Gush Etzion Regional Council called on residents to carry loaded weapons on them and be vigilant.

11/10/2023

IDF announces Yom Kippur border closures for Gaza, West Bank

This comes after a recent string of violent attacks and riots both inside sovereign Israel and at border crossings and checkpoints in the West Bank and Gaza.

One wounded after suicidal ramming attack at West Bank checkpoint

The 38-year-old Kfar Aqab resident had already suffered self-inflicted wounds from the exacto-knife when he was stopped at the crossing.

Ben-Gvir isn't being racist: West Bank security is paramount - comment

Until a political solution emerges for this area coveted by two peoples, the safety of Israeli lives does take precedence over the unlimited freedom of access for Palestinians.

27/08/2023

Palestinians caught smuggling weapons in snack bags

The two Palestinians traveling in the car and the weapons were transferred to security forces for further handling.

Suspect rams through two IDF checkpoints in West Bank, arrested

The Israeli military said its troops shot at the vehicle and chased the suspect down. He was arrested and will be interrogated by defense establishment officials.

Hundreds of Israeli settlers break through checkpoint into Homesh - report

Israeli security forces are reportedly preparing to evacuate the crowds of people. 

Otzma Yehudit sparks gov't crisis after boycotting Knesset session in protest

Likud called Otzma Yehudit irresponsible after faction members refused to show up for a special Knesset plenum debate in protest.

roadblock check post near Modi'in

Palestinian motorist shot dead by Israeli troops in checkpoint scuffle

A Palestinian motorist has been fatally shot during a scuffle at a checkpoint, official reports state he tried to reach for a soldier's gun.

By REUTERS
15/01/2023
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