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Sansana, Wed 5.12.07, Morning
Place:
Meitar checkpoint / Sansana
Observers: Tal E., Yael Z.
6.00-7.00
60 workers were waiting on line when we arrived. The soldiers let about 30 of them in each time. They pass up to the checking point when they have to take off shoes, coats and bags, all are checked through the machine. The process takes about 15 minutes (for the whole group).
The civilian manager of the CP welcomed us with cup of tea . Next week he is going to take over and will not allow us wander around the "sleeve" where checking is taking place. The good news is planning a shade in the parking lot after the checking and over the pass towards the entrance to the CP.
The soldiers drew us away from the "sleeve" as it is a military zone. There was no more action so we left when no worker was waiting.
Meitar checkpoint / Sansana
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Meitar Checkpoint / Sansana The checkpoint is located on the Green Line and serves as a border crossing between Israel and the West Bank. It is managed by the Border Crossing Authority of the Defense Ministry. It is comprised of sections for the transfer of goods as well as a vehicle checkpoint (intended for holders of blue identity cards, foreign nationals or diplomats and international organizations). Passing of Palestinians is prohibited, except for those with entry permits to Israel. Palestinians are permitted to cross on foot only. The crossing has a DCO / DCL / DCL / DCL (District Coordination Office), a customs unit, supervision, and a police unit. In the last year, a breach has been opened in the fence, not far from the crossing. This breach is known to all, including the army. There does not appear to be any interest in blocking it, probably as it permits needed Palestinian workers without the bureaucratic permits to get to work in Israel. Food stalls and a parking area economy have been created, but incidents of violent abuse by border police have also been recorded. Updated April 2022
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