Rock Throwers in the West Bank

I just saw a short video clip on NY times, which made me come back to this blog research which was done in 2007. At that time, my interest in the research was to propose wireless mesh network system which can be operated anonymously - to encourage the engagement of the people of Palestine to overcome their geographical segration due to the Israeli check points.

A group of Palestinian throws rocks (more like a pebble stone) to the Israeli armies every Friday at the Israeli check point - the video clip did not specified which check point.. To maximize their exposure on the media, they deliberately position themselves in front of groups of reporters. Activity of rock throwing seems to me as a representation of anti suicide bombing - but not quite silent protest either. It is quite witty yet makes strong statement. Although the intention is to not hurt anyone, the counter attack from Israeli army using smoke renegade and rubber bullets sometimes causes minor casualties.