January 18, 1989

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].