Israel Moves To Lock Down West Bank After Hebron Attack
What Happened
Netanyahu ordered security forces to immediately cordon off Hebron and prepare for a full closure of the occupied West Bank after a shooting near Hebron. The Israeli military said two Palestinian attackers were killed and at least five people were injured, some critically.
Key Takeaways
The closure significantly tightens security and movement restrictions across the West Bank, with the shooting occurring just days before Israel’s parliamentary election.