The occupation forces closed the checkpoint and all roads leading to Bethlehem following a stabbing attack that injured an Israeli female soldier. The attack occurred at a military checkpoint south of Jerusalem, where the perpetrator was subsequently killed by security forces. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions in the region, particularly following the escalation of violence since Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, which has seen significant casualties on both sides.
The Israeli police reported that the stabbing incident took place at the tunnel checkpoint, leading to the immediate response from security forces. The individual identified as Muhammad Rizq Hamash, a 27-year-old from Dheisha camp, was killed during the confrontation. This event adds to the growing list of casualties and unrest in the West Bank, where violence has surged, resulting in the deaths of 614 Palestinians and injuries to over 5,400 others since the onset of recent hostilities.
The ongoing conflict has been exacerbated by the war on Gaza, initiated by Israel on October 7, which has led to over 131,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread destruction. The situation remains dire, with many families displaced and a humanitarian crisis unfolding amid reports of famine and missing persons.
