Samaria mayors and governors recently wrote to the ministers of Defense, Finance, National Security, Transportation and Justice demanding a change in the policy for entry of Israeli citizens into Area A and equal enforcement at the security crossings.
The appeal comes against the backdrop of unusual traffic congestion at the Eliyahu crossing and on key routes in the area, which, they say, pose an immediate danger to Israelis. The congestion spills onto Route 55 and affects tens of thousands of Israelis in communities such as Karnei Shomron, Kedumim, Emanuel and the Gav HaHar region.
This constitutes a real security and safety risk, particularly in light of two shooting attacks that occurred in the area over the past year and a half. They cite the absence of a systemic response despite proposed solutions, including the reopening of another crossing that previously operated.