Netanyahu Orders Security Crackdown Days Before Israeli Election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a planned closure of the occupied West Bank after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at an Israeli military checkpoint on Friday, wounding at least five people.

Both attackers were shot dead, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Authorities have not confirmed whether the wounded included soldiers or civilians.

The IDF said a vehicle linked to the attackers contained a large quantity of ammunition, suggesting preparations for a potentially larger assault. Military chief Eyal Zamir pledged further arrests and expanded intelligence operations.

Netanyahu vowed to pursue Hamas terrorists and those responsible for sending them. Hamas praised the attack but did not claim responsibility.

The shooting occurred four days before Israel’s election, placing renewed focus on security and Netanyahu’s record.

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❗️West Bank under FULL CLOSURE as IDF launches counterterror operations following a SHOOTING attack, surrounding Hebron & nearby villages and raiding homes of suspects — IDF https://t.co/ezKgsGQBSM

— RT (@RT_com) October 23, 2026

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