Terrorist Involved in Hebron Shooting Attack Eliminated

Following the initial report regarding the elimination of the terrorist who carried out the shooting attack at the Idna Tarqumiyah Junction this morning, a short while ago, based on IDF and ISA intelligence, IDF forces encircled the residence in Hebron where the terrorist was operating, and eliminated him during exchanges of fire. 

An M-16 rifle was located alongside the terrorist. No IDF injuries were reported. 

The terrorist eliminated was Muhannad Al-Easud, a 31-year-old from Idhna, identified with Fatah and formerly served in the Palestinian Presidential Guard of the Palestinian National Security Forces. The investigation into the terrorist attack continues.

In addition, overnight, IDF forces conducted a counterterrorism operation to thwart terror in the area of Judea.

Attached is a Video from a Counterterrorism Operation in the Judea Area: