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Israeli Security Forces Respond to Possible Terror Attack and Explosions in Eilat

Jul 20, 2024, 08:14 PM

Israeli security forces have launched a major operation in Eilat, Israel’s southernmost city, following reports of a possible terror attack. Roadblocks have been set up, and police in armored vehicles are patrolling the city. The Israeli police have raised the alert level and deployed a large number of forces and helicopters in response to reports of armed individuals potentially infiltrating from Jordan. Additionally, there have been multiple reports of explosions heard in Eilat, a Red Sea port, and the Israeli military is currently investigating these incidents.