Palestinian shot after attempted stabbing — reports

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

A Palestinian man has been shot after allegedly attempting to carry out a stabbing attack in the West Bank, according to initial reports.

The Rescuers Without Border emergency service says there are no injuries to intended victims in the suspected attack at Gitai Avisar Junction near the West Bank settlement of Ariel.

According to initial reports, the Palestinian suspect allegedly tried to carry out a ramming attack, then got out of his car and pulled out a knife.

The service says the suspect was shot by a soldier. His condition is not immediately clear.

There is no immediate comment from the Israel Defense Forces on the incident.

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