What’s Happened
A 60-year-old Israeli was seriously injured in a terror attack in the West Bank city of Qalqilya on Monday evening. Despite strict prohibition for Israelis entering the Palestinian Authority-controlled city, the Israeli was there to repair his car when the attack occurred.
Why It Matters
This incident exemplifies ongoing security challenges and the persistent threat of terror that Israelis face. The swift neutralization of the terrorist by the IDF demonstrates Israel’s commitment to safeguarding its citizens.
Details
- At least two other Palestinians were also injured during the gunfire.
- The injured Israeli was initially treated at a local hospital in Qalqilya before being transferred to Meir Medical Center in Kfar Saba in serious but stable condition.
- The attacker was identified as Tariq Ziad Abed el Rahum Daud, a terrorist recently released from prison in November as part of a deal with Hamas to release hostages taken on October 7.
- Israeli troops hunted down and eliminated the terrorist after he carried out the attack.
Context
This attack follows closely on the heels of another tragic incident where 23-year-old Yonatan Deutsch was murdered in a terror attack in the Jordan Valley just a day before. Another man was moderately hurt in that attack, with the criminal responsible still at large as the IDF continues its manhunt.
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This story was first published on ynetnews.com.