Jordanian border assault results in the fatalities of two Israelis
The tranquillity at the border crossing between Jordan and the occupied West Bank was shattered last week, as an attack carried out by a single assailant resulted in the tragic deaths of two Israeli soldiers.
According to reports, the attacker, a Jordanian citizen, arrived in a truck reportedly carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza. The military referred to him as an attacker, and the Hamas military wing praised the attack, expressing solidarity with the actions.
The incident has sparked immediate investigations by the Jordanian authorities, who have condemned the attack as a violation of the law and a threat to the interests of the kingdom. The Israeli Chief of Staff advised temporarily halting humanitarian deliveries to the Gaza Strip via land from Jordan, pending the completion of the investigation and the implementation of improved control procedures for Jordanian drivers.
The Jordanian Foreign Ministry confirmed the suspected attacker's nationality, adding that he had been working as a driver of aid convoys for three months. The Israeli Foreign Ministry condemned the attack, stating it was the result of Hamas' disinformation campaign. Hamas, in response, used a red triangle to mark enemy targets in a Telegram message related to the attack.
The attack may affect aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, as the border crossing could remain closed for an extended period. However, it is worth noting that aid continues to reach the Gaza Strip via other routes.
Jordan, a country with a significant Palestinian population, has signed a peace treaty with Israel in 1994. Despite this, last year, an attack by a Jordanian at the border crossing resulted in the deaths of three Israeli employees.
In response to the recent attack, Jordan has temporarily suspended passenger traffic at the border crossing. The Israeli army stated that security forces eventually neutralized the suspected attacker.
This unfortunate incident serves as a stark reminder of the complexities and challenges in maintaining peace and security in the region. As investigations continue, we hope for a swift resolution and a return to normalcy at the border crossing.
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