Israel: Heightened security likely in Tel Aviv after explosion late Aug. 18 /update 1

Heightened security is likely in Tel Aviv through at least Aug. 19 following an explosion along Lehi Street in Tel Avi late Aug. 18. Officials have indicated an explosive device carried by an unidentified individual from the West Bank detonated prematurely near a vehicle. The person carrying the device was killed and a passerby was injured. Security forces are investigating and have indicated that the incident is likely terrorism-related. Further details, including the identity of the assailant and possible target, are likely to be released in the coming days.

Additional patrols and checkpoints are likely in the immediate vicinity of the blast through Aug. 19. Following the incident, security force operations and searches are possible across the city and in the West Bank.