Israeli Woman Killed and Man Seriously Wounded in Terror Attack near Hebron

In a tragic incident near the Beit Hagai junction in the southern West Bank, an Israeli woman was shot dead and a man was seriously wounded in a terror attack on Monday morning. The victims, both in their 40s, were driving on the Route 60 highway when they came under fire from a passing vehicle, according to the Israel Defense Forces. The woman, identified as Batsheva Nigri, a mother of three and a kindergarten teacher from the West Bank settlement of Beit Hagai, was initially listed in critical condition but was declared dead at the scene. The wounded man was taken to Soroka Hospital in Beersheba for treatment and is in serious condition.

During the attack, a 6-year-old girl, reported to be Nigri’s daughter, was in the car but fortunately remained unharmed, according to the Magen David Adom ambulance service. The vehicle was hit by at least 22 rounds, and three bullet impacts were found nearby. IDF soldiers at a nearby post heard gunfire but did not immediately identify that an attack had occurred. By the time troops reached the scene, the attackers had fled.

The IDF has launched a manhunt for the terrorists and closed off several roads in the area. Security forces later found a burnt-out vehicle near the Palestinian town of Halhul, which matched the description of the terrorists’ car. The military has encircled Hebron and is questioning Palestinians entering and leaving the city.

The Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terror groups praised the attack as a response to Israel’s expanding settlement enterprise in the West Bank, although they did not claim responsibility. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant is set to hold an assessment with top military and defense officials later on Monday.

This attack comes just two days after a Palestinian terrorist killed two Israeli men in the northern West Bank town of Huwara. The surge in violence across the West Bank has seen an increase in Palestinian shooting attacks against Israeli civilians and troops, nightly arrest raids by the military, and revenge attacks by extremist Jewish settlers against Palestinians. Since the beginning of the year, Palestinian attacks in Israel and the West Bank have resulted in the deaths of 29 people and several others seriously wounded.

The situation remains tense as Israeli security forces continue their efforts to apprehend the attackers and prevent further acts of violence.

What actions are being taken by the IDF and local authorities to investigate the attack and bring the perpetrators to justice?

Later succumbed to her injuries. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.

The incident took place near the Beit Hagai junction in the southern region of the West Bank. The victims were driving on the Route 60 highway when they were targeted by gunfire from a passing vehicle. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the attack and stated that both victims were in their 40s.

Tragically, Batsheva Nigri, a mother of three and a kindergarten teacher from the Beit Hagai settlement, was initially in critical condition but unfortunately passed away due to the severity of her injuries. The man injured in the attack is currently receiving medical attention and his identity has not been disclosed.

This incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat of terror attacks in the region and the devastating impact they can have on individuals and communities. The IDF and local authorities are working together to investigate the attack and bring those responsible to justice.

As news of this tragic event spreads, condolences and support from within Israel and around the world are pouring in for the victims and their families. The loss of a life and the injuring of another is a somber reminder of the importance of finding peaceful resolutions to the ongoing conflicts in the area.