Escalating Violence: Israeli Bus Attack in West Bank

In a recent escalation of violence in the West Bank, three Israelis were killed and several others injured in a shooting attack targeting a bus and other vehicles near the village of Al-Funduq. The attack killed two women in their 60s and a 40-year-old man, amid heightened tensions since Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. In response, Israeli forces have launched a manhunt, setting up roadblocks and surrounding nearby villages to capture the assailants. This violence occurs against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in Gaza, where Israeli offensives have resulted in significant Palestinian casualties and extensive destruction. Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, have vowed to hold the attackers accountable, signaling potential for further military actions. Meanwhile, there are reports of progress in ceasefire negotiations aimed at releasing hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.