Suspicious Object With Hamas Flag Near Talmon Identified as Dummy Explosive

A suspicious object adorned with a Hamas flag, found near the settlement of Talmon in the Benjamin Regional Council, caused a security alert on Thursday evening. Border Police sappers, IDF forces, and police from the Modi'in Illit station were dispatched to the scene. After a thorough examination, security forces determined that the object was a dummy explosive device. The incident concluded without injuries, and Route 463, which had been closed to traffic during the investigation, was reopened in both directions. Security forces maintained full alertness throughout the event to ensure the safety of residents and travelers. This incident is part of a series of similar cases in the Judea and Samaria region where dummy explosives have been discovered. The article notes that the Benjamin area, particularly near Talmon, has been the site of serious security incidents in the past, including a fatal attack about two and a half years ago during which a Duvdevan unit fighter fell during a firefight with a terrorist. The security forces urged the public to stay away from any suspicious objects and report them immediately to the emergency number 100.