BY ELLEN CREAGER
JERICHO, West Bank — There is not much traffic on Highway 90 through the West Bank. That’s because only Israelis can drive on it, with the exception of a few Palestinians with special permits.
But, I don’t get it. What is an Israeli road doing in Palestinian territory?
Stupid me. Like many Americans, I always somehow pictured the West Bank as entirely Palestinian. Actually, about 60% of it, including the eastern border area near Jordan, is controlled by Israel’s military. That’s why there are lots of checkpoints. And certain roads only for Israelis. And certain military areas nobody can enter.
For an American traveler, it’s one confusing, educational ride.