In the West Bank, IDF troops assault 2 Palestinians nr. Bethlehem after they allegedly attempt to cross into Jerusalem without permits. Late at night, IDF troops conduct a raid in Dahaysha r.c. nr. Bethlehem, sparking clashes with stone-throwing Palestinians (1 is injured). They conduct patrols and raids nr. Hebron and Ramallah throughout the day, arresting 1 Palestinian. Israeli settlers set fire to a large swath of agricultural land nr. Qalqilya, causing damage. In East Jerusalem, Israeli forces arrest 2 Palestinians during raids in the Old City. (MNA, WAFA 6/23; MNA 6/24; PCHR 6/30)
Israel’s Public Security Minister Gilad Erdan signs an order barring the Musawa TV channel, formerly known as Palestine 48, from broadcasting or operating in Israel for 6 mos., citing its connections with the PA. The station was previously forced to close for 6 mos. in 7/2015. (MNA, TOI 6/24; WAFA 6/25)