Palestinians in the West Bank are increasingly considering crossing Israel's separation barrier in search of better economic opportunities as the region faces a deteriorating economic situation. The ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip has had significant repercussions in the West Bank, with the World Bank issuing warnings about the potential collapse of the local economy. This crisis is exacerbated by Israeli restrictions that prevent Palestinian laborers from entering Israel for work, coupled with a surge in violence that has not been seen in decades.