The worker, identified as Ali Lami from Iskaka village in eastern Salfit, was attempting to reach his workplace in 1948 occupied Palestine when he suffered a gunshot wound to his leg. He was promptly evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment.

Local sources reported that Lami was among many Palestinian workers who, due to limited options, take the risk of entering 1948 occupied Palestine without the necessary permits. Human rights groups have raised concerns about the challenging situation faced by these workers, highlighting the restrictive permit issuance by israel, which is based on stringent and arbitrary criteria. Consequently, many Palestinians find themselves trapped in a predicament where they must choose between seeking employment opportunities across the separation wall or facing economic hardship within the West Bank.

According to human rights organizations, this situation is a result of zionist regime’s deliberate actions to hinder the development of an independent Palestinian economy. The restrictions imposed by Israel on imports, exports, industrial growth, movement, and control over Palestinian resources, including land reserves, have severely limited the possibilities for Palestinians to secure a sustainable livelihood within the West Bank.

The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by Palestinian workers and the complex dynamics surrounding their employment prospects. As the situation unfolds, human rights advocates continue to call for the alleviation of restrictions and the creation of an environment that enables the establishment of a thriving Palestinian economy. (ILKHA)