February 24, 1996

After receiving reports of a possible attack on Israeli targets, Shin Bet proposes closing crossing points into Israel fr. Gaza. IDF decides instead to step up inspections at crossings. (QY 2/26 in FBIS 2/26, 2/27)

In s. Lebanon, 2 Hizballah mbrs. are killed during an IDF assault. In Cairo, the Arab League denounces Israel's stepped-up attacks, calls for immediate withdrawal. (RE, RL 2/24 in FBIS 2/26)