Abu Dis, Container (Wadi Nar), Tue 22.7.08, Afternoon
Observers:
Julia West, Rina D. Harrison
Jul-22-2008
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Afternoon
Wadi Nar (Container)
Total 'balagan ' due to construction of new checkpoint. Traffic in both directions restricted to one lane , resulting in huge traffic delays. Intense heat , coupled with lack of manpower, water , toilets --- result , total frustration, anger and hostility.
Nonetheless, within less than 40 minutes a remarkable movement of vehicles.
Less than amicable reception on part of soldiers manning the checkpoint. Excessive heat, events on King David Street,--- who knows ?