Protection of Civilians Weekly Report | 28 Oct - 3 Nov 2009

This week, 12 Palestinians sustained injuries by Israeli forces throughout the oPt, including 11 in the West Bank; an additional three people killed and six others injured in tunnel-related incidents in Gaza. Settlers attempted to take over two Palestinian houses in East Jerusalem in the context of disputed ownership of property. Also in East Jerusalem, three houses were demolished, which led to the displacement of 42 people. In the Old City of Hebron, orders restricting Palestinian movement extended. In Gaza, residents face harder living conditions with the winter season; the blockade continues to prevent the reconstruction of over 6,000 houses that were destroyed or sustained severe damage during Cast Lead. imports remain below needs.