Gazan arrested at West Bank checkpoint on suspicion of attempting stabbing attack

Israeli security forces arrest a Palestinian from Gaza at the Qalandiya checkpoint in the West Bank on suspicion of attempting a stabbing attack.

The suspect pulled out a knife when stopped by the security forces upon approaching the checkpoint on foot, after which they tackled him and he threw the blade aside, according to police.

The suspect was then arrested. There are no reports of injuries.

It’s not immediately clear how the suspect exited the Gaza Strip.

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