How Israel choked off Hebron at 10 entrances, as 5,000 forced to flee

Almost 5, 000 individuals have been displaced as of Israel's military siege on the southern West Bank city of Hebron, Al Jazeera reveals.

What happened

As the lockdown, which has choked the city off at 10 identified entry points, enters its second week on Friday, the number of individuals forcibly removed from their homes stands at 4, 969. The displaced population includes vulnerable groups: 441 elderly individuals, 336 infants less than two years old and 312 patients with chronic diseases. As well as 44 residents with disabilities, more than 200 pregnant or nursing women are additionally included.

The bottom line

Taken together, the developments around how Israel choked off Hebron at 10 entrances, as 5, 000 forced to point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.