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Netanyahu orders Hebron closure, seeks full West Bank lockdown

By Elis Gjevori · Via Middle East Eye · Published by Everything Blog

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Netanyahu has ordered a closure on Hebron and a full lockdown of the West Bank following a shooting incident. The order was issued after consulting officials including the Shin Bet chief and the military's Central Command commander.

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Consultation with Shin Bet chief and military's Central Command commander.: Consultation with Shin Bet chief and military's Central Command commander.
Full lockdown of West Bank in preparation for future incidents.: Full lockdown of West Bank in preparation for future incidents.

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Netanyahu orders Hebron closure, seeks full West Bank lockdown

23 October 2026 10:11 BST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered security forces to “immediately impose a closure on the city of Hebron” following a shooting at its northern entrance early this morning.

Reports say the incident left two Palestinians dead and six Israeli soldiers wounded.

Writing on X, Netanyahu also said he had directed the military and security forces to prepare for a “full lockdown” of the occupied West Bank from today.

He issued the instructions after consulting officials, including the Shin Bet chief and the military’s Central Command commander.

Original source: www.middleeasteye.net

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