Travel Summary

• On 19 April there were reports of an Incendiary Explosive Device (IED) attack on an Israeli Defence Force vehicle in Hebron. There were no reported causalities. We advise those travelling to the West Bank to be vigilant during this time.
  
  
• On 5 April at least one rocket was fired into Eilat. There were no reported casualties.
  
  
• We advise against all travel to Gaza. There was a serious escalation of violence in Gaza/south Israel from 9-12 March. Israel carried out a series of airstrikes in Gaza and a large numbers of rockets were fired from Gaza into southern Israel. While a ceasefire has reportedly been agreed, the situation remains volatile.
  
  
• We advise against any attempt to enter Gaza by sea, breaching the restrictions imposed by the Israeli navy. The Israeli Navy routinely patrol territorial waters and a contiguous zone. We continue to advise against participating in flotillas or overland convoys to Gaza because of the risks involved. Our ability to provide consular assistance in Gaza is extremely limited. On account of the uncertain situation there, we do not believe that humanitarian supplies should be delivered by an attempt to land goods through a sea journey. We advise anyone wishing to send humanitarian assistance or other goods to Gaza to do so only through official crossings and established channels.
  
  
• On 29 November 2011, several rockets were fired into northern Israel from the area between Rumaysh and Ain Ebel in southern Lebanon. Israel responded by firing into the area of the launch in southern Lebanon.  There were no reported casualties. We continue to advise against all travel to the Sheba’a Farms and Ghajjar.
  
  
• Crossings between Israel, Egypt and Gaza can be closed at short notice. You should check in advance if the crossing you intend to use is opened
  
  
• There is a general threat from terrorism. Attacks cannot be ruled out and could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. See Safety and Security - Terrorism.
  
  
• Travellers should be aware of immigration policy before travelling to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Travellers should adhere to relevant immigration requirements.
  
  
• You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.