Israel/Palestinian Terr.: Explosion wounds three people near Dolev August 23

Event

At least three people were wounded after an explosive device detonated near the Dolev settlement (West Bank) on the morning (local time) of Friday, August 23. The incident reportedly occurred near the Ein Bubin Spring. Security forces and emergency personnel have deployed into the area and an investigation is ongoing. A heightened security presence is anticipated around Dolev in the coming hours.

Further attacks are possible in the near term.

Advice

Individuals in the area are advised to monitor developments to the situation and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.

Some Western governments advise their citizens against all travel to the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, and areas near the Israeli-Lebanese, Israeli-Syrian, and Israeli-Egyptian borders.