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From the Liveblog of
Friday, October 18, 2024
From the Liveblog of
Friday, October 18, 2024
IDF says third attacker may have infiltrated from Jordan and escaped, troops searching the area
Lazar Berman is The Times of Israel's diplomatic reporter
IDF troops at the scene of a terrorist infiltration on the Jordan-Israel border near the Dead Sea, October 18, 2024. (Israel Defense Forces)
After IDF forces killed two terrorists who crossed into Israel from Jordan and opened fire, troops are searching for a third attacker who they believe escaped, says the army.
The incident occurred south of the Dead Sea.
The Israeli Air Force is assisting ground forces in the search.
The IDF asks the public to adhere to warnings from security forces.
