One Israeli killed in shooting attack in West Bank

At least one Israeli was killed and three others were seriously wounded when a Palestinian gunman opened fire on a car in the West Bank on Friday, a military official said.

The incident occurred near Hebron city when a Palestinian on a vehicle opened fire at an Israeli car causing it to overturn, Xinhua news agency reported.

The incident was the latest in a renewed string of fatal attacks against Israelis in the West Bank and Israel.

Since Thursday, two Israelis have been killed, including a 13-year-old-girl, and five others were injured in attacks. Three Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces amidst attacks or alleged attempted attacks.

 

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