RAMALLAH, January 17, 2026 (WAFA) – Israeli occupation forces shut down on Saturday the two gates erected at the entrance to the village of Atara, northwest of Ramallah, according to WAFA correspondent.

He said Israeli troops sealed off the gates to those entering and exiting the towns of Birzeit and Atara, causing significant disruption to the movement of residents. The road is considered a main route for those heading to and from the nearby city of Ramallah.

Simultaneously, occupation forces set up a checkpoint at the entrance to Ein Sinya, north of Ramallah, for those exiting the town. They stopped several vehicles and checked the IDs of Palestinian residents, causing a severe traffic jam.

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