Armed Attack in Benjamin Leaves One Critically Injured

An armed attack occurred in the settlement of Neve Tzuf, located in the Benjamin region of Israel, on Tuesday. Terrorists opened fire on residents, critically wounding one person before fleeing the scene in a vehicle. Emergency services responded immediately, and efforts are underway to determine if there were other casualties. Security forces are pursuing the suspects, and preliminary reports indicate their vehicle has been located. The exact number of attackers, their identities, and the full circumstances of the shooting are still being investigated. Authorities are also examining the possibility that the assailant abandoned the vehicle and continued fleeing on foot. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have not ruled out the possibility of further attacks, as the suspect is believed to be armed. Air force assets, additional IDF units, and members of the elite Duvdevan special forces unit have been deployed to locate the terrorist. Dozens of soldiers, including special forces personnel, are involved in the pursuit, along with other units that were on standby. Paramedics from Magen David Adom managed to restore a pulse for the injured victim, but his condition remains critical. Following the attack, Highway 465 was closed in both directions between Bir Zeit and the Abuad bypass road. The suspect is described as wearing black clothing, having a beard, and carrying a long-barreled weapon.