6 people killed in terrorist shooting and stabbing in Tel Aviv due to Iranian missile attack

At least six people were killed and nine others injured in a stabbing attack and shooting in Tel Aviv, Israel, according to an Israeli police spokesman.

The agency suspects that the motive for the incident was terrorism. The unit said both alleged attackers were killed.

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According to police, two suspected terrorists began the killings on the city’s light rail and continued their journey on foot before they were killed by the City Security Patrol and citizens present there, using personal weapons.

A large police presence is on site and conducting an extensive search for additional threats.

The incident took place on Yerushalayim Street in Tel Aviv.

The attack took place just before a large rocket was fired from Iran towards Israel. According to the Israel Defense Forces, approximately 180 rockets were fired at multiple targets in Israel.

Most of the rockets were intercepted, but “a few hits were identified and damage is currently being assessed,” an Israeli security official said.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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