5 hurt in thwarted potential 'major attack' at Israeli checkpoint: Israeli officials
Summary
Five people were hurt in a shooting at an Israeli military checkpoint in the West Bank. Israeli forces killed two Palestinian gunmen, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu closed the West Bank and started a counterterrorism operation after the attack.Key Facts
- The shooting happened at a military checkpoint in Hebron, West Bank.
- Five people were injured; two were in critical condition.
- Israeli forces shot and killed two Palestinian gunmen involved in the attack.
- The attackers’ vehicle had many weapons and ammunition.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered the closure of the entire West Bank after the incident.
- The Israeli military launched a counterterrorism operation in Hebron and nearby villages.
- Hamas did not claim responsibility but praised the attack and encouraged more attacks on Israeli soldiers and settlers.
- The situation is still developing and may change with new information.
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