Shooting at Allenby Bridge Kills Three Israeli Guards

A shooting at the Allenby Bridge Crossing between the occupied West Bank and Jordan resulted in the deaths of three Israeli security guards, who were shot by a Jordanian truck driver before being killed by Israeli forces. This incident is part of an escalation of violence in the region following the outbreak of the Gaza war on October 7. The Israeli military characterized the assailant as a terrorist, stating he opened fire at security personnel operating at the bridge. Jordan is now investigating the attack, which has led to the closure of the crossing, a vital gateway for Palestinians and commercial traffic. The recent conflict has seen a significant increase in violence, with reports indicating that Israeli forces have killed over 662 Palestinians since the onset of the Gaza war. The incident underscores ongoing tensions and the precarious security situation in the region amid rising hostilities.