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The economy in the West Bank is teetering toward collapse due to Israeli restrictions, a new report by the International Crisis Group states.

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Ramallah, West Bank

Who
International Crisis Group, Palestinian business leaders, mayors, government officials, Joost Hiltermann
What
The economy in the West Bank is teetering toward collapse due to Israeli restrictions, a new report by the International Crisis Group states.
When
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:00:04 GMT · 3h 8m ago
Where
Ramallah, West Bank ·
Why
Israel maintains a web of restrictions limiting opportunities, withholding revenue, and taking land, crippling the Palestinian economy.
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The report indicates that Israeli policies are dismantling economic conditions for a Palestinian future, increasing instability and the risk of greater violence, with an estimated 3.4 million Palestinians facing 30% unemployment.

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