Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Sunday ordered a closure of the West Bank, shutting all crossing points and tightening restrictions on Palestinian movement, citing the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. The closure, which will last until Saturday, further cuts off Palestinians' access to holy sites such as the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Since the outbreak of the Gaza war in October 2023, Israel has significantly reduced the entry of Palestinian workers holding work permits.