Jordan Reopens West Bank Crossing to Travelers After Deadly Shooting

Jordan has partially reopened the Allenby Crossing, also known as the King Hussein Bridge, to passenger travel after closing it for several days following a shooting attack that killed two Israeli soldiers. While travelers can now cross, the movement of cargo trucks remains suspended until further notice, disrupting the transfer of humanitarian aid to Gaza. The attack was carried out by a Jordanian truck driver delivering aid, who was killed at the scene. Israel has kept the crossing closed on its side despite Jordan's reopening for travelers, tightening security and closing other nearby border points. The Allenby Crossing is a crucial transit point used by Palestinians in the West Bank to travel abroad and receive aid, making the closure a significant blow to humanitarian and commercial activities. Jordan condemned the attack as a threat to its interests and its ability to provide aid to Gaza, and an investigation identified the assailant as a civilian driver.