The IDF is encircling villages in Gush Etzion after a terror attack at the junction killed an Israeli man in his 60s, and three more people, a 40-year-old woman, a 30-year-old man, and a 15-year-old boy, were wounded. The Jerusalem Post reports that two attackers drove into the junction to run over pedestrians before getting out of the vehicle and resorting to stabbing. The two terrorists were killed by gunfire from soldiers and civilians, some of whom were reservists who happened to be in the area.
The military has begun cordoning off Palestinian towns in the area of the attack and setting up roadblocks. Authorities suspect that one of the attackers was a resident of Hebron, and another came from Beit Ummar, according to Walla.
“When we arrived at the scene, we identified that this was a serious and complex incident,” MDA Paramedic Uriel Lavi said.
“We located several injured individuals suffering from penetrating wounds. We provided them with initial medical treatment on-site, and after stabilizing their condition, we evacuated them for further treatment at the hospital.”
Palestinian Islamic Jihad took credit for the attack and praised the actions of the two assailants on social media. It was also reported that Israeli security forces discovered several explosive devices in the terrorists’ vehicle. West Bank border police arrived to defuse any which could be active.
Israeli officials praised the quick actions of those already on the scene who were ready to defend themselves. MDA personnel also had a speedy reaction time, which led to the wounded being moved to Shaare Zedek Medical Center and successfully treated.
It’s times like these when we are reminded why Israel has mandatory military service. As Palestinian Islamic Jihad and other terror groups continue to call for Israel’s destruction and encourage acts of violence like this one against her people, The Fellowship remains steadfast in our support for the brave men and women of the IDF and their families.
