Protocol Concerning the

Redeployment in Hebron

January 17, 1997

In accordance with the provisions of the Interim Agreement and in particular of Article VII of Annex I to the Interim Agreement, both Parties have agreed on this Protocol for the implementation of the redeployment in Hebron.

Security Arrangements Regarding Redeployment in Hebron

1. Redeployment in Hebron

The redeployment of Israeli Military Forces in Hebron will be carried out in accordance with the Interim Agreement and this Protocol. This redeployment will be completed not later than ten days from the signing of this Protocol. During these ten days both sides will exert every possible effort to prevent friction and any action that would prevent the redeployment. This redeployment shall constitute full implementation of the provisions of the Interim Agreement with regard to the City of Hebron unless otherwise provided for in Article VII of Annex I to the Interim Agreement.

2. Security Powers and Responsibilities

1. The Palestinian Police will assume responsibilities in Area H- 1 similar to those in other cities in the West Bank; and
   
   
2. Israel will retain all powers and responsibilities for internal security and public order in Area H - 2. In addition, Israel will continue to carry the responsibility for overall security of Israelis.
   
   

1. In this context - both sides reaffirm their commitment to honor the relevant security provisions of the Interim Agreement, including the provisions regarding - Arrangements for Security and Public Order ( Article XII of the Interim Agreement ); Prevention of Hostile Acts ( Article XV of the Interim Agreement ); Security Policy for the Prevention of Terrorism and Violence ( Article II of Annex I to the Interim Agreement ); Guidelines for Hebron ( Article VII of Annex I to the Interim Agreement ); and Rules of Conduct in Mutual Security Matters ( Article XI of Annex I to the Interim Agreement ).
   
   

3. Agreed Security Arrangements

1. With a view to ensuring mutual security and stability in the City of Hebron, special security arrangements will apply adjacent to the areas under the

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