Israeli Killed in Terror Attack at Gush Etzion Junction in Judea and Samaria; 3 Others Wounded

A man was stabbed to death and three other people were wounded in a terror attack on Tuesday, November 18, at the Gush Etzion Junction in Judea and Samaria. The victim was later identified as Aharon Cohen, 71, a resident of the settlement of Kiryat Arba near Hebron. A spokesperson for the settlement said he was set to be buried later on Tuesday evening.

The attack was carried out by two Palestinian assailants who accelerated their vehicle into people at the junction, before one got out and stabbed several victims, according to preliminary findings by the Israel Defense Forces. Both terrorists were shot dead by security forces at the scene; they were later identified by Palestinian officials as Imran al-Atrash and Walid Sabarneh, both 18.

In the aftermath of the attack, several explosive devices were discovered in the vehicle and disarmed.

(TOI/VFI News)

“Lord, comfort the bereaved family and bring swift healing to the wounded. Shield the communities of Judea and Samaria from further violence, and give wisdom and vigilance to Israel’s security forces. We ask for Your peace to calm fear and for Your protection to surround all who travel these roads.”