Israeli authorities on Tuesday closed the Kerem Shalom and Erez crossings with the Gaza Strip after the assassination of Islamic Jihad leader Bahaa Abu al-Atta.
According to sources in the Palestinian liaison, they were informed of the closure by the occupation authorities.
Meanwhile, Israeli District Coordinator Camille Abu Roken announced that the fishing area off the coast of the Gaza Strip would be reduced to 6 miles until further notice. He also confirmed the closure of the crossings.
