Until recently, the occupation was less felt here. Now Israel is changing that

The northern West Bank is becoming a mini-Gaza. The drive along the broad roads leading from the northeastern West Bank toward Jenin and the northern crossing into Israel, the Gilboa checkpoint, is bleak. The roads are lined with silent ruins. Until recently, this was the West Bank's last remaining refuge – the only district without settlements, settler violence and much of a military presence. In recent months, it too has fallen into the settlers' hands. Until Recently, the Occupation Was Less Felt Here. Now Israel Is Changing That The father, Hassan, at home. He said he and his son Taha were thrown to the floor at the base for hours, their hands bound and eyes covered, shortly after his other son, Sami, was was killed. Credit: Alex Levac Far from public attention, the northeastern West Bank is changing fast. As settlements evacuated in 2005 reemerge and new outposts appear, the IDF razes Palestinian homes, builds bases and seals villages. Now, a Palestinian has been killed there Loading... Click the alert icon to follow topics: Comments Loading...