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Saturday, August 24, 2024
IDF: Bomb planted in cistern near West Bank settlement exploded near troops this morning; none hurt
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
An explosive device planted in a cistern near the West Bank settlement of Avnei Hefetz exploded near IDF troops earlier today, the military says.
The IDF says the troops were scanning the area when the bomb was detonated.
There are no injuries.
Troops are now scanning the area for suspects and possible additional bombs.