The lockdown followed a shooting at a military checkpoint on October 8, 2022, that killed an 18-year-old Israeli soldier.
: Local leaders in the camp declared a campaign of "civil disobedience" to protest what they described as collective punishment. Broader Unrest The lockdown followed a shooting at a military
: Even after checkpoints partially reopened, strict vehicle checks caused massive traffic jams, effectively bringing daily life to a standstill. The Protests & General Strike The Protests & General Strike : Israeli forces
: Israeli forces blockaded all entry and exit points of the Shuafat camp for several days during a massive manhunt for the shooter. Protesters burned tires and threw stones, while security
: On October 12, 2022, shops, businesses, and schools across East Jerusalem and the Old City closed in a general strike to support Shuafat.
: Violent confrontations erupted between Palestinian youth and Israeli police. Protesters burned tires and threw stones, while security forces used tear gas and, in some instances, live fire.