Israel Imposes Security Lockdown on Hebron, West Bank After Shooting Attack
Translated & summarized from Arab48 by baba
Israel imposed a security cordon on Hebron and prepared a full closure of the West Bank following a shooting attack that injured six settlers and killed two perpetrators. Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that the attack was prevented from being larger, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the security measures. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority.
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- Israel imposed a security cordon on Hebron and prepared a West Bank closure after a shooting attack.
- Six settlers were injured, two critically, and the two perpetrators were killed in the attack near Hebron.
- Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that Israeli forces prevented a larger, more severe attack.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the immediate security measures and canceled political events.
- National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir called for the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority.
- The security measures were implemented ahead of upcoming Israeli elections.
Following a shooting attack near Hebron that injured six settlers, two critically, and resulted in the deaths of the two perpetrators, Israel has implemented a comprehensive security cordon. Army Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated that the swift actions of Israeli forces prevented a larger, more severe attack. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered an immediate security perimeter around Hebron and preparations for a complete closure of the West Bank, effective immediately. The measures come just days before upcoming Israeli elections, with political leaders reportedly using the situation to bolster their campaigns.
Netanyahu convened a situation assessment with the Defense Minister, Chief of Staff, head of the Shin Bet, and National Security Advisor. He then instructed the military and security forces to establish the Hebron cordon and prepare for the West Bank closure. "We are working with reinforced forces to thwart terrorism, carrying out widespread arrest campaigns, and we will pursue Hamas elements and their envoys anytime and anywhere," Netanyahu said.
Zamir described the incident as serious, crediting the rapid response of soldiers for preventing greater harm to civilians and security personnel. He claimed a large quantity of ammunition was found in the perpetrators' vehicle, intended for a broader operation. The army confirmed Zamir's assessment meeting, which included commanders from the Central Command, Operations Division, and Intelligence Division. The battalion commander and company commander who responded to the scene were credited with eliminating the attackers.
As part of the security response, the Chief of Staff approved the deployment of the 7th Brigade to enforce a comprehensive siege on Hebron and its surrounding villages, alongside intensified efforts to arrest more individuals and bolster intelligence operations. Additional reinforcements for the Central Command were also authorized upon request.
Meanwhile, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir reiterated his call for the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority, calling the attack a "painful reminder of the price of this concept." He warned that the next conflict could erupt in the West Bank if action is not taken, advocating for the PA's dissolution, disarmament, and the complete eradication of its alleged terrorist infrastructure.
In response to the attack, the Likud party announced that Prime Minister Netanyahu had canceled all scheduled political events for the morning.
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