A shooting at the Allenby Bridge border crossing between Jordan and the West Bank left three Israeli men dead Sunday, marking the first such attack along this border since the Israel-Hamas conflict escalated in October. Security forces shot and killed the assailant, who approached from the Jordanian side in a truck.
The victims—all in their fifties—were at a commercial cargo area under Israeli control where goods are transferred to the West Bank, officials confirmed. The crossing, also called King Hussein Bridge, is a vital route for Palestinian travel, tourism, and trade.
While no group has claimed responsibility, tensions remain high following Hamas’ October 7 attacks. Israeli authorities are investigating whether the shooter acted alone. Security protocols at border zones are under review as regional instability persists.
Why it matters: This rare cross-border violence highlights spillover risks from the Israel-Hamas war, affecting typically stable areas. Over 2 million Palestinians use the Allenby Bridge annually, making security here critical for regional commerce and mobility.
Security protocols at border zones are under review as regional instability persists.
Why it matters: This rare cross-border violence highlights spillover risks from the Israel-Hamas war, affecting typically stable areas. Over 2 million Palestinians use the Allenby Bridge annually, making security here critical for regional commerce and mobility.
