August 28th, 2008 IDF Spokesperson's Office

Ten Road Blocks Removed in the Hebron Area

During the past few weeks 10 road blocks were removed in the Hebron area in
order to improve the routine life of the Palestinian population.

Approximately 100 IDF checkpoints were removed in the past months in Judea,
Samaria and the Jordan Valley. In addition, several major crossings were
opened for free passage, improving the free movement of the Palestinian
population.

The removal of the road blocks was decided upon following security
assessments in the Central Command and as the relief plan authorized by the
Minister of Defense and the IDF Chief of Staff which has been implemented in
recent months.