Jerusalem to be fenced in

Israel’s Cabinet today voted to put temporary fencing around areas of Jerusalem where the controversial West Bank separation barrier still has not been built, calling it a quick solution to prevent Palestinian suicide bombers from entering the country.

Israel’s Cabinet today voted to put temporary fencing around areas of Jerusalem where the controversial West Bank separation barrier still hasn’t been built, calling it a quick solution to prevent Palestinian suicide bombers from entering the country.

Palestinians said it would make life tougher for thousands of Palestinians who have crucial ties to the disputed city, and strengthen Israel’s claims to all of Jerusalem.