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Israel to close West Bank and Gaza crossings before Oct. 7 anniversary
Original: Crossings into West Bank and Gaza to be closed, ahead of Oct. 7 anniversary
Israel says crossings into the West Bank and Gaza will be closed ahead of the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas-led attack. The closure is a precautionary security measure, with authorities on alert for possible violence or unrest around the anniversary. The move comes as the region remains tense amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
Why now: The October 7 anniversary is prompting Israeli security precautions amid fears of unrest.
Evidence
- Crossings into West Bank and Gaza to be closed, ahead of Oct. 7 anniversary · The Times of Israel
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