A truck rammed into a bus stop near Tel Aviv, injuring 35 people in what is being investigated as a possible terror attack. The incident occurred in Ramat Hasharon, near an army base and Mossad headquarters. The driver, a resident of Qalansawe, was shot by civilians after exiting the truck with a knife. Hamas and Islamic Jihad praised the attack but did not claim responsibility. Many of the victims were elderly retirees on their way to a museum, with at least one sustaining life-threatening injuries.
The area where the attack took place is also home to several army intelligence units that have been targeted by Hezbollah missile strikes. Meanwhile, Iran’s supreme leader responded to Israeli airstrikes on military targets in Iran by stating that the situation should not be exaggerated or downplayed, indicating a careful consideration of Iran’s response.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the strikes as severely harming Iran’s defense capabilities and ability to produce missiles targeting Israel. The air force conducted strikes throughout Iran, achieving Israel’s goals. The situation remains tense as both sides assess the implications of recent events.
The incident near Tel Aviv serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region and the potential for violence to escalate. The impact of such attacks on civilian populations highlights the need for continued vigilance and security measures to protect against future threats. As the situation develops, authorities will be working to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents in the area.