The Israeli occupation forces' closure of areas in and around the city of Hebron has resulted in the disruption of in-person education for thousands of students. According to data from the Palestinian Ministry of Education and Higher Education, 66 schools were directly affected by these measures during the fourth week of October. This has impacted 2,872 students, including 2,198 students under direct siege and 674 displaced students who were unable to attend classes.
The closures and military sieges have not only affected students but also teachers and administrative staff. A total of 119 teachers and staff members have been impacted, including 98 under siege and 21 displaced individuals. Additionally, six administrative and support staff members have been affected, including two guidance counselors, two deputy school principals, and two school janitors.
The Israeli occupation forces' measures have led to a shift from in-person education to online learning and task-based education. The closure of entrances to Hebron city and the surrounding areas of Dheir Baher and Al-Jalda, along with repeated raids, has forced schools to adopt this alternative approach. This has affected students from Sunday to Thursday.
The directorate of education in Hebron reported that a total of approximately 80,000 students in Hebron governorate have been deprived of in-person education during the mentioned week. The Israeli occupation forces have continued their aggression against Hebron governorate for the seventh consecutive day, maintaining a siege on Al-Jalda and Dheir Baher areas.
The ongoing Israeli aggression has resulted in significant humanitarian impacts. Over 780 families have been affected, and around 5,000 citizens are facing siege and forced displacement. Israeli forces have arrested over 115 citizens, including one female, and detained hundreds of others for interrogation.
The situation remains tense, with Israeli forces conducting raids and arrests in various areas. In Qalqilya, Israeli forces have launched a raid on the city, with military vehicles and a bulldozer entering the area. Local sources report that the forces have positioned themselves in the northern part of the city.
The Israeli occupation forces' actions have caused significant disruptions to education and daily life in Hebron and surrounding areas. The situation continues to unfold, with ongoing concerns about the humanitarian impacts of the closures and sieges.
Key points
- 2,872 students in 66 schools in Hebron have been deprived of in-person education due to Israeli occupation forces' closures and military sieges.
- The closures have affected not only students but also 119 teachers and staff members, and have resulted in a shift to online learning and task-based education.
- Approximately 80,000 students in Hebron governorate have been impacted by the disruptions to in-person education.
