West Bank & Jerusalem
Israeli minister Smotrich calls for war in occupied West Bank
Image credit: Al Jazeera English
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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for war in the occupied West Bank, Al Jazeera English reported. The comments came as Israeli authorities announced a military closure across the territory, citing the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.
The closure restricts Palestinian movement during the holiday period. Smotrich's remarks reflect escalating rhetoric from Israeli officials regarding military operations in the West Bank.
