Israel Closes W. Bank, Gaza Amid Warnings
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From Times Wire Reports
Israel clamped a total closure on the West Bank and Gaza Strip, banning all Palestinians from entering Israel.
Defense Minister Shaul Mofaz canceled measures aimed at easing restrictions during the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of the Sacrifice, this week, the ministry said. Quoting unidentified military sources, Army Radio said there were reports that militants plan terror attacks in coming days.
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