Netanyahu promises to lift the blockade of the West Bank

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has suggested sealing off the West Bank ahead of the upcoming elections, following a shooting incident in Hebron. He has instructed security forces to prepare for a complete lockdown of Palestinian territories, which would close all crossings to the West Bank. This comes after a shooting attack that injured several Israelis, leading to the deaths of two suspected Palestinian attackers. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has ordered the destruction of illegal Palestinian structures in response. The conflict with Palestinians is a key election issue, with right-wing politicians advocating for a tough stance against violence. Polls indicate a potential stalemate in the elections, with both Netanyahu's coalition and the opposition struggling for a majority.