Israel seals West Bank crossings for parliamentary elections

Israel announced a complete closure of the West Bank during Tuesday's parliamentary elections, sealing all land crossings. The measure follows recent deadly clashes in the region. All land crossings to and from the West Bank and Jordan Valley will remain closed throughout the election process. The decision, made at the highest political level after security recommendations, includes a full ban on Palestinian workers entering or exiting, extending to industrial zones. The closure comes after heightened tensions, including a military operation following the deaths of two Israeli soldiers and two Palestinian gunmen in a firefight earlier this week.