According to the reports on Friday (28 February), a car rammed into pedestrians at a bus stop outside Pardes Hanna in Israel, injuring 14 people. Among the casualties, a 17-year-old girl is in critical condition, while two others sustained serious injuries. One person is in medium condition, and the remaining victims suffered minor injuries.
Israeli police classified the incident as a terrorist attack. According to authorities, the driver deliberately plowed into the crowd before being neutralized near the scene. Security forces quickly responded to the attack and secured the area.
The attacker was identified as a 53-year-old Palestinian from the West Bank. Reports indicate that he was residing illegally in Israel with his Israeli wife. His presence in the country without proper authorization raised security concerns.
The attack highlights ongoing tensions and security threats in the region. Authorities are investigating the incident further to determine possible connections to militant groups. Increased security measures may be implemented to prevent similar attacks in the future.
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