At certain times, Israel maintained more than 600 checkpoints or roadblocks in the region. The battalion's advance beyond Barwali was obstructed by the increasing number of roadblocks and minefields. All of this extra help was used to man roadblocks and barricades. Principally, this is because they become 'locked' into society, causing bureaucratic roadblocks and institutional inertia. Some citizens attempted to remove the roadblocks but were stopped by the protesters. Caltrops are still strung together and used as roadblocks in some modern conflicts. IFT reports includes evolution, key challenges, major roadblocks, and possible solutions. Despite this clearance, the project faced political roadblocks. Progress was slow as demolished bridges, roadblocks and mines delayed the Eighth Army. Police also set up 30,000 roadblocks to stop people from traveling. At military roadblocks, local residents were severely beaten or detained. Many Palestinians or Lebanese Muslims passing through the roadblocks were killed immediately. More roadblocks lay ahead for the brigade. The UNLF subsequently erected roadblocks around the location. There were two types of socket roadblocks.