Sunday brought heartbreaking news as three Israeli civilians were fatally shot at the Allenby Bridge border crossing, linking the West Bank and Jordan. Israeli officials confirmed the tragic attack, marking a rare and unsettling escalation in the already tense regional landscape.
The incident unfolded when a gunman approached the crossing in a truck from the Jordanian side and opened fire on unsuspecting civilians. Swift action by security forces led to the gunman's death, but not before claiming the lives of three Israeli men in their fifties, according to Israel's Magen David Adom rescue service.
This attack is the first of its kind along the Jordan-Israel border since the conflict between Israel and Hamas intensified following Hamas' assault on southern Israel on October 7. The timing adds a new layer of complexity to the ongoing tensions in the region.
The Allenby Bridge, also known as the King Hussein Bridge, is a crucial crossing for Palestinians, international tourists, and cargo shipments. Located in a commercial cargo area under Israeli control, it plays a vital role in the movement of goods and people between Jordan and the West Bank.
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Three Israeli citizens killed in shooting attack on Jordan border
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