The IDF recommends that Yesha residents not hitchhike. The warning comes in light of intelligence that the terrorists may try to abduct civilians and demand the release of other terrorists in return. It should be noted that hitchhiking in Yesha is almost a "way of life," and is almost the only practical mode of transportation along certain routes. Brig.-Gen. Gershon Yitzchak, Shomron Formation Commander, briefed local leaders and security officers on the issue last night. The Yesha Council says it will now ask the Egged and Dan bus companies to increase the frequency of their routes.