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A deadly shooting unfolded in Jerusalem on Monday morning, shocking residents and drawing widespread condemnation. The attack, captured on dashcam footage, showed two gunmen opening fire at a crowded bus stop during peak rush hour, leaving six people dead and at least 12 others injured. Israeli authorities have termed the incident a terror attack.

According to police, two Palestinian gunmen arrived by vehicle at Ramot Junction, a major intersection at the northern entrance to Jerusalem. Armed with rifles, they opened fire on civilians waiting for a bus. The gunmen were swiftly shot dead by an off-duty soldier and a civilian who were present at the scene, preventing even greater casualties.

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Victims And Injuries

The Israeli ambulance service confirmed that among the six people killed were three men in their 30s, two men in their 50s, and a woman in her 50s. At least 12 others sustained injuries, six of them critically, from gunshot wounds. Paramedics described the aftermath as chaotic, with broken glass scattered across the road and sidewalks, and victims lying unconscious near the bus stop.

Dashcam footage of the attack captured the terrifying moments as vehicles suddenly stopped and gunshots rang out. Dozens of commuters were seen fleeing for safety as panic gripped the area. Traffic came to a standstill, and bystanders rushed to take cover. The video has since circulated widely online, underscoring the fear and vulnerability felt by Jerusalem residents.

Hamas Response

Although Hamas did not formally claim responsibility, the militant group praised what it called the actions of two Palestinian “resistance fighters.” The attack adds to the ongoing volatility in the region, which has seen escalating tensions and violence since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was scheduled to attend a court session related to his corruption trial, cancelled his appearance and immediately travelled to the site of the attack. Standing at the scene, he pledged stronger security measures and vowed that such attacks would not deter Israel’s resolve.