The regular entrance to Joseph's Tomb in Shechem has turned into a battlefield. Terrorists activated a powerful explosive device against an IDF force securing the visitors. In the attack, four soldiers were injured, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate. Additionally, exchanges of fire occurred between soldiers and terrorists, and the Palestinians report around 40 injured and most likely a casualty as well.
The explosive device, which was unusually large, created a mushroom-shaped smoke cloud that was clearly visible from a distance. However, the damage to the armored military vehicle was not significant, and the soldiers sustained non-severe injuries. It's worth noting that a similar incident in Jenin, where an explosive device immobilized a military vehicle, led to the launch of Operation 'Bayit VaGan' to suppress terrorist activities and restore order in the city.
The IDF allowed the publication during the night that "an officer and three soldiers were injured during an operation to secure the entry of civilians to the Joseph's Tomb compound in the city of Shechem. A foot patrol passed near an activated explosive device, which detonated. The soldiers were promptly evacuated to receive medical treatment at the hospital, and their families have been notified. The officer is in mild condition, two soldiers are likely in mild condition, and one soldier is in moderate condition."
