A coordinated terror attack struck the heart of Jerusalem on Sunday morning, leaving multiple casualties after Palestinian gunmen opened fire on a public bus near the sacred Western Wall.
The shocking assault occurred around 8:30 AM local time when at least two attackers ambushed the vehicle in the Old City area, sending panicked passengers scrambling for safety as bullets shattered windows.
Multiple Victims in Targeted Assault
Israeli emergency services confirmed at least eight people sustained injuries in the brazen daylight attack. Medical personnel described the victims' conditions as ranging from moderate to serious, with several suffering gunshot wounds to their upper bodies.
"We arrived to find a scene of chaos," reported Magen David Adom paramedic David Cohen. "Multiple casualties were being treated at the location, with the bus showing clear signs of extensive gunfire."
Security Forces Neutralise Attackers
Israeli police and security forces responded immediately to the incident, engaging the perpetrators in a fierce confrontation near the attack site. According to official statements, both gunmen were "neutralised" at the scene.
Security camera footage from the area shows the moments when the attackers began firing indiscriminately at the bus before being confronted by armed officers and civilians.
Heightened Tensions in the Region
This attack comes amid escalating violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, marking one of the most significant security incidents in Jerusalem in recent months. The Western Wall area represents one of Judaism's holiest sites, making the location particularly sensitive.
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid condemned the "cowardly attack on innocent civilians" and vowed to take "all necessary measures" to ensure public safety. Palestinian militant groups have been approached for comment regarding responsibility for the assault.
Security has been dramatically reinforced throughout Jerusalem's Old City following the attack, with checkpoints strengthened and additional patrols deployed. Authorities are investigating whether the gunmen acted alone or as part of a larger coordinated operation.
