Israel Orders Army To Prepare Full Closure of West Bank Days Before Election
Summary
Israel has ordered its security forces to prepare for a full closure of the West Bank after a shooting in Hebron that killed two Israeli soldiers. The incident happened just days before Israel's general election, where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces strong opposition.Key Facts
- Two Israeli soldiers were killed in a shooting near Hebron by two Palestinian gunmen.
- The attackers were killed by Israeli forces after a 20-minute gunfight.
- The gunmen appeared to be planning a larger attack but attacked a military checkpoint instead.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered security forces to prepare for a full lockdown of the West Bank.
- Netanyahu said Hamas terrorists were behind the attack and that large amounts of weapons were found.
- Palestinian group Hamas praised the attack but did not claim responsibility.
- The shooting occurred shortly before Israel’s election, where Netanyahu is competing for re-election.
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir called for dismantling the Palestinian Authority in response.
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