Israeli road closures block all entrances to West Bank village of Sinjil

Al Jazeera reporters visited the West Bank village of Sinjil, located in the occupied territory north of Jerusalem, to document the effects of Israeli‑imposed road closures that have sealed off all of the village’s main entrances. The closures, ordered by the Israeli military as part of broader security measures in the area, were implemented earlier this month and have prevented the flow of vehicles, goods and public transportation into and out of Sinjil.

Local officials and residents said the blockade has disrupted daily life, limiting access to schools, medical facilities and markets, while also hindering the delivery of essential supplies. Humanitarian organizations have expressed concern that prolonged restrictions could exacerbate economic hardship for the village’s approximately 5,000 inhabitants. The situation remains under close observation as authorities evaluate the security rationale behind the closures and their impact on the civilian population.