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Jordanian Shooting at Allenby Bridge Escalates Israel Tensions

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

A Jordanian national opened fire at the Allenby Bridge, killing two Israelis, aged 20 and 68, while delivering humanitarian aid.
Reports indicate the attacker may have resorted to a knife after his gun malfunctioned.
Hamas praised the attack and called for three “days of anger” against Israel but did not claim responsibility.
Israel closed all land border crossings, including the one with Egypt.
Jordan faces rising domestic anger over the Gaza conflict, straining its relationship with Israel.

History

Historical Context

The Black September conflict in 1970 marked a turning point in Jordan-Israel relations, as King Hussein's government faced violent uprisings from Palestinian factions. Tensions resurfaced in 2024 when a Jordanian truck driver attacked the Allenby Bridge, killing three Israeli workers. This incident highlights the ongoing animosity fueled by the Gaza conflict and the fragile state of regional stability following the 1994 peace treaty.

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Story summary

A Jordanian national opened fire at the Allenby Bridge, killing two Israelis, aged 20 and 68, while delivering humanitarian aid.
Reports indicate the attacker may have resorted to a knife after his gun malfunctioned.
Hamas praised the attack and called for three “days of anger” against Israel but did not claim responsibility.
Israel closed all land border crossings, including the one with Egypt.
Jordan faces rising domestic anger over the Gaza conflict, straining its relationship with Israel.

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