JUBARA, Monday 2 August 2004 AMObservers: Ronny S., Naomi L., Nina S. (reporting) + a guest colour=red>06:30 — IrtahThe checkpoint opened at 05:45. Labourers went through numerous checkpoint positions, and – according to those who had already gone through – passage was quick. When we arrived, crossing was permitted only at the official checking position, and a queue had already formed. The soldier in charge immediately opened another position, and then the queue dispersed quickly. A bus with families of prisoners and detainees was also waiting in line [this is an Israeli vehicle taking the Palestinian families of those imprisoned in Israeli jails, mostly for terrorist activity, to visit their kinsfolk].07:00 — JubaraThere were no checks at the crossing from Tulkarm to Qalqiliya. Passage from Jubara for residents and workers with permits was unhindered. We saw a car that went across carrying more than five crates, without being delayed!Women from the Jenin area with work-permits were not allowed to cross into Israel. They told us that they had been to Barta’a and had been turned away everywhere . This matter has to be cleared up with the army, so that people from the Jenin area – with permits – can cross into Israel from Irtah gate too. Otherwise they must make a huge detour via Jalama. Traders have the same problem too, we were told. A few minutes later, we left for Beit Iba [see separate report under Nablus section].