Palestine: IDF operation in Yabad area, West Bank, Jan. 9 following earlier attempted vehicle ramming attack

Event

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) personnel have launched an operation in the vicinity of Yabad, northern West Bank, Jan. 9. IDF forces are pursuing a suspect linked to an earlier attempted vehicle ramming and shooting attack against an IDF position in Yabad. There were no reported casualties. Media reports suggest that roadways in the area have been closed.

Heightened security is likely and further ground travel disruptions, including to parts of routes 585 and 596, are possible in the area in the coming hours. IDF operations could spark protests by locals. Should protests occur, clashes and further disruptions are possible.

Advice

Exercise caution in the impact area. Plan for ground travel disruptions. Heed the directives of the security forces. Avoid all protests.