Israelis Call Halt for Yom Kippur
At sundown Tuesday, Jews throughout Israel began observing Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year, which brings everyday life in the country to a complete halt.
On Yom Kippur, Hebrew for Day of Atonement, most observant Jews worldwide fast and pray, asking forgiveness for their sins.
Road travel was discouraged during the national holiday because some religious Jews throw stones at motorists who violate a religious ban on driving.
As a security precaution, Palestinians from the occupied territories were barred from entering Israel until 8 p.m. today.
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