Civilian checkpoint

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Qalandia checkpoint in Jerusalem, manned by the Israeli Defence Force.
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Qalandia checkpoint in Jerusalem, manned by the Israeli Defence Force.
Checkpoint near Abu Dis, Palestine.
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Checkpoint near Abu Dis, Palestine.

Civilian checkpoints are distinguishable from border checkpoints in that they are erected and manned in occupied, or areas otherwise under military or paramilitary control. Civilian checkpoints are typically used to control the movement of civilians within a country or area.

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