New Israeli roadblocks entrench siege of homes in West Bank’s Qusra
Summary
Israeli forces set up three new roadblocks around homes in the West Bank village of Qusra, cutting off Palestinians from their land and restricting movement. The roadblocks surround a hilltop area where Israeli settlers and soldiers control access, continuing a siege that began in August 2023.Key Facts
- Three new roadblocks were placed at Ras al-Ain hill in Qusra village in the northern West Bank.
- The gates block access to Palestinian homes and land, including land with olive, almond, and fig trees.
- Israeli soldiers hold the keys to these gates and control movement in and out of the area.
- The area has been declared a closed military zone by Israeli forces.
- Three Palestinian homes have been under siege by Israeli settlers since August 9, 2023.
- The roadblocks surround the hill, cutting off a road that connects Qusra with nearby villages Talfit and Jalud.
- Residents, including Loui Ridi, a Palestinian-American, are unable to leave their homes freely.
- There have been calls for international intervention to end the siege, but little action has been taken.
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