The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed that the victims were Israeli civilians shot at the Allenby Bridge crossing.
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The attacker, who approached in a truck from the Jordanian side, exited the vehicle and opened fire, according to the IDF. Security forces “neutralized” the gunman, and the IDF is now inspecting the truck for potential explosives.
Medics identified the victims as men in their 50s. In response, Jordan has closed its side of the border and is investigating the incident.
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The attack occurred in an area controlled by Israel where Jordanian vehicles offload goods for the West Bank.
The Allenby Bridge, also known as the King Hussein Bridge, is located midway between Amman and Jerusalem and serves as the sole official crossing point between the West Bank and Jordan.
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