West Bank & Jerusalem
Dozens pray at blocked checkpoint despite Israeli military threats
Image credit: Shehab Wire (EN)
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Tens of residents from Masafer Yatta, a village south of Hebron, gathered at the entrance to Khallet al-Hammus on Friday to perform prayers, Shehab Wire reported. The prayer service took place despite Israeli military checkpoints in the area and threats that had accompanied calls for the gathering.
The residents organized the prayer as a protest against what they characterized as ongoing assaults in the region. The demonstration reflected Palestinian efforts to access the area and assert their presence despite military restrictions imposed by Israeli forces.
