Israel: Car explosion reported in Ramla Dec. 26

Event

Emergency personnel are responding to a car explosion in the Jawarish area of Ramla, located southeast of Tel Aviv, Dec. 26. The cause of the explosion remains unclear though police suspect it is an assassination attempt related to a criminal dispute. The blast has left one person dead and two more injured.

Increased security measures are likely near the affected area as authorities investigate the incident. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible near the incident site through the afternoon of Dec. 26.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized ground travel and business disruptions Dec. 26. Heed the advice of security personnel.