: Even after checkpoints partially reopened, strict vehicle checks caused massive traffic jams, effectively bringing daily life to a standstill. The Protests & General Strike
In October 2022, Palestinians in East Jerusalem and the West Bank launched a general strike and widespread protests in response to a strict Israeli security lockdown on the . : Even after checkpoints partially reopened, strict vehicle
: Israeli forces blockaded all entry and exit points of the Shuafat camp for several days during a massive manhunt for the shooter. : The blockade impacted an estimated 60,000 to
: The blockade impacted an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 residents , cutting off access to schools, workplaces, and critical medical care, such as dialysis and chemotherapy. Palestinians protest as Jerusalem refugee camp locked down
The tension spread beyond Jerusalem, with protests and clashes reported in West Bank cities like , Bethlehem , and Hebron . According to Reuters , the unrest was fueled by increasing frustration among young Palestinians over frequent military operations and settler confrontations. Palestinians protest as Jerusalem refugee camp locked down
: Local leaders in the camp declared a campaign of "civil disobedience" to protest what they described as collective punishment. Broader Unrest
: Violent confrontations erupted between Palestinian youth and Israeli police. Protesters burned tires and threw stones, while security forces used tear gas and, in some instances, live fire.
