PT: Clashes in Hebron and Kafr Ein, Nov. 29

Event

Clashes between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Palestinian protesters in Hebron and Kafr Ein, West Bank, left at least three people dead and 11 others injured early Nov. 29. The clashes appear to have occurred during routine military operations in both cities, as locals gathered to protest the IDF presence.

Transport and business disruptions are likely in areas impacted by the clashes. Israeli forces could introduce security measures, including movement restrictions and checkpoints, in order to restore order. Additional protests and clashes cannot be ruled out elsewhere in the West Bank over the short term, as Palestinians could denounce security restrictions and IDF's raids. Israeli forces will likely disperse particularly disruptive demonstrations.

Context

Tensions have been high in East Jerusalem and the West Bank over the past year amid a series of deadly attacks, clashes, and Israeli security operations in Israel and the Palestinian Territories. Israeli security forces continue to launch frequent raids in the West Bank and impose movement restrictions on some Palestinian communities in the territory, often in response to Palestinian attacks on Israeli settlers and security forces.

Advice

Exercise caution while operating in the West Bank. Avoid all demonstrations. If violence breaks out, leave the area and take shelter in a secure, nongovernmental building. Seek updated information on security conditions and movement restrictions in the West Bank before traveling. Do not attempt to bypass security checkpoints without authorities' permission. Heed the advice of local authorities and your home government.