Two IDF Soldiers Killed in West Bank Shooting Attack

Two Israeli soldiers were killed and eight others wounded in a terrorist shooting attack at a military post near Tayasir in the northern West Bank on February 4, 2025. The assailant, armed with an M-16 rifle, opened fire as the soldiers exited the outpost, leading to a prolonged gunfight that ended with the terrorist being killed. The deceased soldiers were identified as Sgt. Maj. (res.) Ofer Yung and Sgt. Maj. Avraham Tzvi Tzvika Friedman, with two of the injured soldiers reported in serious condition. This attack occurred amid heightened security concerns and ongoing Israeli military operations against Palestinian militants in the region, part of a broader context of rising violence since the start of the Gaza conflict in October 2023. The IDF has faced criticisms regarding the security measures in place at the post, as this incident highlights vulnerabilities in their operations. The death toll among Israeli troops has significantly increased since the onset of recent hostilities, now totaling 844.