The lockdown followed a shooting at a military checkpoint on October 8, 2022, that killed an 18-year-old Israeli soldier.
In October 2022, Palestinians in East Jerusalem and the West Bank launched a general strike and widespread protests in response to a strict Israeli security lockdown on the . The lockdown followed a shooting at a military
: Israeli forces blockaded all entry and exit points of the Shuafat camp for several days during a massive manhunt for the shooter. : The blockade impacted an estimated 60,000 to
: The blockade impacted an estimated 60,000 to 100,000 residents , cutting off access to schools, workplaces, and critical medical care, such as dialysis and chemotherapy. in some instances
: Even after checkpoints partially reopened, strict vehicle checks caused massive traffic jams, effectively bringing daily life to a standstill. The Protests & General Strike
: On October 12, 2022, shops, businesses, and schools across East Jerusalem and the Old City closed in a general strike to support Shuafat.
: Violent confrontations erupted between Palestinian youth and Israeli police. Protesters burned tires and threw stones, while security forces used tear gas and, in some instances, live fire.