Israelis Tighten Security
Thousands of Israeli troops and paramilitary personnel were deployed in the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip territories in an attempt to stem escalating violence between Arabs and Jews. Israel radio said the added military effort will include spot checks at roadblocks and more frequent patrols of heavily populated areas. Armed Jewish settlers also patrolled Gaza, complaining that the army’s protection has been insufficient. The added security followed a series of Arab attacks on Israelis and subsequent retaliation by Israeli militants. Six Israelis have been killed.
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