Comprehensive Alert and Reinforcements for Commandos.. This is How Israel Prepares for Ramadan in Jerusalem and the West Bank

Translation by SadaNews - Kan Hebrew Channel stated that on the first days of Ramadan, Israel raises the level of security readiness significantly, which includes preparations in Jerusalem, reinforcements in the commando brigade in the West Bank, and a considerable increase in Israeli forces along the contact line, while maintaining vigilance within the occupation army in light of tensions with Iran and the potential for regional escalation.

The Hebrew report continued: "In the background, there is the ongoing war, security tensions in the West Bank, and fears of outbreaks of violence around the flashpoints in Jerusalem, especially the Old City and Al-Aqsa Mosque."

Israeli security sources explained that "the preparations are strict, and work is underway to be ready for any emergency scenario. At this stage, thousands of police and border guards will be deployed throughout the city of Jerusalem, focusing on the gates of the Old City, main thoroughfares, and around the Al-Aqsa Sanctuary."

Kan continued in its report: "One of the main issues is the entry of worshippers from the West Bank to Jerusalem. It has been suggested to impose quotas and age restrictions, especially on Fridays, when tens of thousands are expected to arrive at Al-Aqsa Mosque."

It added: "At the same time, proactive measures have been intensified, including arrests on suspicion of incitement, monitoring social networks, and operating a task force for awareness to detect calls for violence or attempts to organize unusual gatherings."

The report stated, as translated by Sada News: "The issue of those entering without permits is central to the preparations. Last week, roads in northern Jerusalem near the border fence were closed to limit uncontrolled infiltrations into Jerusalem. The Israeli army is simultaneously working to reinforce the contact line and intensify anti-terrorism operations in the West Bank to thwart any potential attacks. As part of these reinforcements, significant forces, including the commando brigade, have been deployed in the main friction areas."

The report highlighted the most sensitive issue, stating: "The most sensitive issue relates to the Jewish pilgrimage to the Al-Aqsa Sanctuary during the last ten days of Ramadan, a highly sensitive period. In previous years, temporary restrictions on the pilgrimage were imposed to limit tensions. No decision has yet been made regarding the continuation of this policy."

The Israeli security establishment maintains a state of maximum readiness in the northern and regional arenas, in parallel with internal preparations. The Israeli army retains a state of maximum alert in light of tensions with Iran.