The Israeli military has prohibited Palestinian workers from entering Israeli communities in the West Bank, a move that significantly restricts labor mobility in the region.
The order, issued by Maj.-Gen.
Avi Bluth, head of the IDF Central Command, follows a recent surge in violent attacks targeting Israeli settlers.
While the ban is comprehensive, sources indicate that exceptions may be granted for specific industrial zones and construction sites upon request by the Israeli community.
This development marks a sharp escalation in security measures within Judea and Samaria.
The restriction effectively cuts off a primary source of income for many Palestinian families who rely on daily work permits to enter settlements.