Israeli settler killed in West Bank, suspect arrested
The military also reported a car-ramming attack attempt in the West Bank, in which the perpetrator was killed.
An Israeli settler was killed in the West Bank on Sunday near the settlement of Neveh Tzuf, ahead of the Yom Kippur holiday, according to Israeli military reports. The suspected gunman responsible for the shooting has been apprehended by military forces, with the attack taking place near the hospital Beilinson in Petah Tikvah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the incident as a "murderous attack" and vowed to hold those responsible accountable.
In a separate incident, a car-ramming attack attempt was thwarted, resulting in the killing of the perpetrator. Israel's military chief stated that the military is on high alert and prepared for any potential threats. President Isaac Herzog expressed condolences to the victim's family, emphasizing that terror will not break Israel's spirit.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Israeli settler killed in West Bank, suspect arrested freemalaysiatoday.com
- Israeli settler killed in West Bank, suspect arrested nst.com.my
