TEL AVIV, April 23, 2007, (WAFA)-Israeli authorities have imposed Monday a draconian siege on the Palestinian Territory.

Israeli daily, Yedioth Ahranoth reported that Israeli forces have been placed on high alert for Remembrance and Independence days.

It added that the Israeli Army will extend its siege on the West bank and Gaza strip even after the end of Independence ceremonies.

M.H.(10:50 P)(07:50 GMT)