Creating a ghost town: Lives in limbo behind Israeli gates and checkpoints | Occupied West Bank | Al Jazeera

In Hebron, in the occupied West Bank, Israeli checkpoints, iron gates, and road closures turn daily life into a struggle for Palestinians. Israel has created a ghost town in parts of Hebron, especially in area H2, where military control is complete and Palestinians feel driven out. Recently, three iron gates were installed across a 200-meter stretch in Hebron’s Old City, restricting movement for about 7,000 residents. These restrictions are part of broader travel limitations across the West Bank, with Hebron suffering more due to its strong settler presence.