Rihan and Shaked checkpoints, Sunday 22.10.06 a.mObservers: Yocheved g., Leah R. (reporting) 06:00 – 09:1506:00 Rihan checkpoint (Barta’a)A few people.One person says that his house is just over the fence at the village of Zbeida, but his permit allows passage through Jalama, which is much further. In order to get there he needs money which he lacks. Today was his lucky day – he was granted passage from Rihan and he appeared happy.All tell us that yesterday – Saturday – was a difficult day. Passage went on until 20:00 despite the 3 inspection posts that were operating.There are 5 pick up trucks with merchandise, a few with sheep. 2 vehicles are under inspection simultaneously.07:20 Shaked checkpoint (Tura)Few people. The gate and the bended pole were replaced.A not so young woman complains of labored breathing. She has a passage permit valid for Rihan but the ride from Shaked to Jening would cost her, so she says, nis15.00 while from Rihan – 50.Soldiers are trying to be helpful, calling various, unnecessary factors, finally she did go through.Another woman with a small child and a similar story, also went through.08:20 Rihan checkpoint (Barta’a)Sparse on going traffic. Today is the final day of the holy month of Ramadan – as it looks , people are ready for closure.09:15 – We left. YBS