Israeli police stop dozens of Palestinians hidden in garbage truck
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- Israeli police discovered about 70 Palestinian men hiding in a garbage truck attempting to cross into Israel from the occupied West Bank, reportedly seeking work.
- The men were found tightly packed in the truck’s waste compartment near a West Bank checkpoint and were described by authorities as "illegal entrants."
- The driver, an Israeli citizen without a proper license, was arrested, and the men were taken for questioning as they were on their way to various Israeli cities.
- Since Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack, Israel has revoked tens of thousands of Palestinian work permits, leading to increased attempts to enter Israel illegally amid worsening economic conditions in the West Bank.
- Palestinians face severe economic hardship due to restricted access to jobs in Israel, with some resorting to black-market permits or risky illegal crossings, while Israel cites security concerns for limiting entry.
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