August 18th, 2011 14:30

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Combined Terrorist Attacks in Southern Israel

Combined terrorist attacks are currently taking place on Israeli territory, near the IsraelEgypt border, approximately 20 kilometers north of the city of Eilat. Nine people were injured when terrorist opened fire at an Israeli bus approximately two hours ago. The injured were evacuated to receive medical care at a nearby hospital. Several people were injured as a result of an explosive device, detonated on an IDF force that arrived at the scene and drove over it. Crossfire between IDF forces, led by the Commander of the 80th Division, Brigadier General Tamir Yadi and the cell of terrorists is currently underway. Additional IDF and rescue forces are arriving at the scene. IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Benny Gantz arrived at the Division a short while ago and is currently holding an initial situation assessment. The IDF calls on the public to avoid the area and allow security and rescue forces to carry out their tasks.