Announcing: Aween Rayeh - stay informed about Israeli checkpoints and road closures
We’re introducing Aween Rayeh - An app providing real-time information about Israeli checkpoints, sudden road closures, and traffic conditions, powered by community-shared updates from people on the ground.
Download app on Apple store or use the web version here: aweenrayeh.com
The Daily Struggle of Movement in Palestine
Across Palestinian cities, even a short 20-minute trip can suddenly turn into a three-hour journey. Roads that are open in the morning may close without warning by afternoon. Israeli military checkpoints appear or disappear unpredictably, and a single blocked route can separate people from their workplaces, hospitals, and families. For thousands of Palestinians, this uncertainty defines their daily lives, making every journey a challenge.
The Solution: A Community-Powered Navigation Platform
To respond to this ongoing challenge, Aween Rayeh was created as a real-time information platform designed specifically for Palestinians to navigate complex and shifting road systems affected by Israeli checkpoints and closures.
The app allows users to share live updates on checkpoint statuses, traffic jams, and road safety conditions, helping others make informed travel decisions. It provides all the essential details people need in real time, including checkpoint locations, road closures, alternative routes, and estimated waiting times. The app also sends important notifications and alerts so users can react quickly to sudden changes on the roads. Every feature is designed to make daily movement easier and safer.
Built for the Community, by the Community
Aween Rayeh is more than a navigation app; it’s a collective effort of resilience and care. Thousands of Palestinians rely on it every month to reach their schools, jobs, and families. The platform operates through both web and mobile app, powered by the community itself: users who continuously share on-the-ground updates for others.
Despite facing major challenges, including periods of shutdown due to political and military threats, the project continues to stand strong. It has become an essential part of everyday life, helping Palestinians move through unpredictable roads and checkpoints with greater safety, confidence, and hope.
👉 Visit aweenrayeh.com to explore how this life-changing initiative helping Palestinians navigate their daily lives with dignity and hope.
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