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Casualties reported following a shooting incident in Jerusalem

Authorities are investigating a possible act of violence

Tragic incidents in Jerusalem; numerous fatalities and injuries following a shooting incident
Tragic incidents in Jerusalem; numerous fatalities and injuries following a shooting incident

Casualties reported following a shooting incident in Jerusalem

In a tragic turn of events, a shooting incident took place in Jerusalem, as reported by news portals such as the Jerusalem Post and ynet. According to the sources ntv.de and dpa/chl, the attack was carried out by two militant Palestinian attackers who targeted people waiting at a bus stop in East Jerusalem.

The exact location within the northern part of the city was not further detailed, but the incident involved a terrorist shooting at passengers on a public bus. The attackers opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in several casualties.

At least four people were reported dead due to the shooting, with the Jerusalem Post reporting four dead civilians from the incident. The Israeli emergency service, Magen David Adom, treated approximately 15 injured individuals initially, but the total number of injured individuals now stands at approximately 20. Five people are critically injured, and three others are seriously injured.

The motive behind the attack is not specified in the articles. However, the radical Islamist group Hamas claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was a response to "the crimes of the occupation and genocide against our people".

Following the shooting, access roads in the city were closed for safety reasons. The exact nature of the attack is not fully understood at this time, and further investigations are ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

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