Israel, PT: Shooting leaves one dead and four others injured in Kiryat Arba Oct. 29

Event

A Palestinian individual opened fire in the Kiryat Arba settlement in the West Bank Oct. 29, killing one person and wounding four others. One of those injured was a Palestinian, while the rest of the victims were Israeli nationals. The assailant has been shot dead.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely amid heightened tensions in the West Bank over the last several weeks. Further similar attacks cannot be ruled out.

Context

The IDF regularly foils attempted stabbing, shooting, and car-ramming incidents throughout the West Bank and Jerusalem. The threat of such incidents increases during periods of heightened tensions surrounding controversial political developments or anniversaries marking key events.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the incident due to increased security and possible localized traffic disruptions. Heed the instructions of security personnel.