IDF Spokesperson
March 13th, 2010

General Closure of the Judea and Samaria Region Extended Until Tuesday

In accordance with the directives of the Minister of Defense, Mr. Ehud
Barak, and following additional situation assessments adopted by the defense
establishment, the general closure implemented in the Judea and Samaria
region as of Thursday, March 11th, 2010 at 23:59 will be extended. It is now
expected to be lifted on the night of Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 at 23:59, in
accordance with security assessments.

For the duration of the closure, persons who will need to pass for
humanitarian reasons, including medical patients on way to care, 1500
medical workers, 1100 religious workers, 550 teachers and other professional
groups will be permitted to cross subject to the authorization of the Civil
Administration. The transfer of merchandise will operate regularly.

The passage of journalists will also be permitted. As always, the IDF
Spokesperson Unit strongly suggests that passage into the Judea and Samaria
region be coordinated in advance.

The IDF will continue to operate in order to protect the citizens of Israel
while maintaining the quality of life of the Palestinian population in the
area.