PT: Activists call to demonstrate across the West Bank and Gaza from 21:00 July 17

Event

The Palestinian militant group, Jenin Brigades, has called for protests throughout the West Bank and Gaza beginning at 21:00 on July 17. The protests oppose the recent arrests of several activists and suspected militants by authorities. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend.

Demonstrations are likely to materialize around popular protest sites, including public squares, city centers, and government buildings. Protests are particularly likely at Martyr's Square in Nablus, Manarah Square in Ramallah, Jenin, and elsewhere across the PT. Activists may also gather at other sensitive locations, including near Israeli settlements, military checkpoints, Israeli prisons, and territorial border areas.

Increased security and military personnel deployments are likely throughout Palestinian villages and Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Clashes are possible if protesters are overly disruptive or fail to adhere to the instructions of security personnel. Israeli security forces typically respond aggressively to perceived threats, employed riot-control measures, and occasionally fired warning shots or live ammunition during similar actions. Localized ground transportation disruptions are likely near all affected sites.

Advice

Avoid all protests due to the potential for violence. Exercise caution near likely protest locations. Minimize exposure to places of worship, security installations, markets, and other crowded locations. Monitor local media for protest activity, as organizers may not announce plans in advance. Confirm the availability of transport and allow additional time to reach destinations. Plan for increased security and localized transport disruptions near demonstrations. Heed instructions from authorities.