The Palestine Chronology

Military Action

Occupied Palestine/Israel: In Ramallah 2 Palestinians are shot, wounded by Israeli troops [FBIS 3/6, FJ 3/13]. In Jabalya troops open fire with plastic bullets, wounding at least 4 Palestinians [FBIS 3/6]. In Nablus 50-year-old Palestinian is shot after attacking Israeli soldier. In Jenin 2 Palestinians are shot during demonstrations. Troops shoot, wound 3 Palestinians in Tulkarm. At least 10 Palestinians are injured throughout Gaza Strip [FJ 3/13].

Social/Economic/Political

Occupied Palestine/Israel: Settlers from Ariel distribute "Appeal No. 1" waming W. Bank residents against continuing the uprising. Curfews are in effect in Tulkarm, Bayt Surik, Hablah, Dhannabah, Ramin, and Maghazi, Dayr al-Balah camps [FJ 1/30].

Arab World: Israel expels 40 Lebanese from Israeli-controlled portion of southern Lebanon two days after demonstration against Israel [CSM 2/9].

Military Action

Occupied Palestine/Israel: In Gaza at least 4 Palestinians are shot, injured during confrontations with troops. In Jenin a Palestinian is shot by troops. Troops destroy 3 Palestinian homes, seal 2 [Fl 1/30].

Social/Economic/Political

Occupied Palestine/Israel: General strike is observed throughout O.T. [NYT 1/20]. Curfew in Tulkarm enters 7th consecutive day [FJ 1/23].

Other Countries: U. S. criticizes Israel's new policy allowing more soldiers to use plastic bullets against stonethrowers [NYT 1/19].

Military Action

Occupied Palestine/Israel: In Jenin 55- year-old Palestinian dies after exposure to tear gas. At least 7 Palestinians are shot, wounded throughout O.T. [FJ 1/23].