Two shot dead near West Bank-Jordan crossing, Israeli military says
Attacker arrived in a truck carrying humanitarian aid from Jordan and opened fire near the Allenby Bridge; security forces killed the suspect; two Israeli men among victims, ages about 20 and 60
A double shooting near the Allenby Bridge border crossing between the Israeli-occupied West Bank and Jordan left two people dead, Israeli authorities said on Thursday. The Israeli military said a terrorist arrived in a truck transporting humanitarian aid from Jordan and opened fire, prompting security forces to return fire. The attacker was killed at the scene, the military said.
The Magen Dovid Adom (MDA) emergency service said the victims were two men, aged about 20 and 60. Medics treated them at the scene but they died from their wounds. Israeli media reported the victims were Israeli men. The attack occurred near the Allenby Crossing, a major border crossing linking the West Bank with Jordan.
The Israeli military's initial statement described the assault as an act of terrorism. No group immediately claimed responsibility, and officials provided limited detail about the suspect or possible motives.
Allenby Bridge is a border crossing that facilitates movement between the West Bank and Jordan. Security at crossings in the region remains tight, and authorities said investigators would review surveillance footage and interview witnesses to establish a precise timeline and assess border-control procedures. Travelers were advised to expect potential disruptions as the inquiry continues.