https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israeli-military-to-close-west-bank-crossings-ahead-of-upcoming-elections-as-massive-operation-underwayContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israeli-military-to-close-west-bank-crossings-ahead-of-upcoming-elections-as-massive-operation-underwayhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/israeli-military-to-close-west-bank-crossings-ahead-of-upcoming-elections-as-massive-operation-underway#u165817Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:15:42 +0000The Israeli military has carried out a massive operation in the occupied West Bank, displacing hundreds of Palestinians and demolishing homes and businesses. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a siege on Hebron following a deadly attack that killed two Israeli soldiers and wounded three others. Additionally, Israel sealed off the West Bank and closed all land crossings for the general election. The Israel Defense Forces also restricted Palestinian workers with permits from entering Israeli West Bank settlements.Why it mattersThe sweeping military operation and movement restrictions foll