IDF says troops prevented attempted attack with explosives in West Bank

The Israel Defense Forces says its troops thwarted an attempt to attack soldiers with improvised explosive devices in the central West Bank earlier today.

According to the military, the explosives had been planted outside the village of al-Mughayyir near Ramallah. They were uncovered by IDF troops and disarmed by police sappers.

“There were no injuries or damage,” the IDF says.

Illustrative: Israeli soldiers in the village of Bruqin near the West Bank town of Salfit on March 17, 2019 (Flash90)

“IDF soldiers and security forces will continue to operate day and night to ensure the security of residents of the region,” the military adds.

— Judah Ari Gross

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