The lockdown followed a shooting at a military checkpoint on October 8, 2022, that killed an 18-year-old Israeli soldier.
In October 2022, Palestinians in East Jerusalem and the West Bank launched a general strike and widespread protests in response to a strict Israeli security lockdown on the . The lockdown followed a shooting at a military
: The blockade impacted an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 residents , cutting off access to schools, workplaces, and critical medical care, such as dialysis and chemotherapy. : On October 12, 2022, shops, businesses, and
: On October 12, 2022, shops, businesses, and schools across East Jerusalem and the Old City closed in a general strike to support Shuafat. Protesters burned tires and threw stones, while security
: Israeli forces blockaded all entry and exit points of the Shuafat camp for several days during a massive manhunt for the shooter.
: Violent confrontations erupted between Palestinian youth and Israeli police. Protesters burned tires and threw stones, while security forces used tear gas and, in some instances, live fire.
The tension spread beyond Jerusalem, with protests and clashes reported in West Bank cities like , Bethlehem , and Hebron . According to Reuters , the unrest was fueled by increasing frustration among young Palestinians over frequent military operations and settler confrontations. Palestinians protest as Jerusalem refugee camp locked down