Israeli barrier cuts off water to West Bank Palestinians before elections
Summary
Israeli forces have blocked access to the Ras al-Ahmar Bedouin community in the occupied West Bank’s Jordan Valley for about two weeks. This has stopped water, food, and medical supplies from reaching the Palestinians there, putting their health and livestock at serious risk.Key Facts
- Israeli forces have built a barrier, including a road, trenches, and embankments, cutting off the Ras al-Ahmar community.
- The blockade has lasted since mid-September and restricts movement and supply deliveries.
- Around 50 families, about 300 people, live in Ras al-Ahmar and depend on livestock herding.
- No water has entered the community for the last three days, hurting both people and animals.
- Settler attacks in the West Bank have increased and include theft and violence against Palestinians.
- The barrier covers about 20 kilometers and takes up land mostly owned by Palestinians.
- Access to medical care is very difficult, especially for elderly people and sick animals.
- Fifty-one children cannot attend school because vehicles cannot reach the village.
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