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Israel Closes Allenby Bridge After Deadly Shooting Attack

9/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Israel closed King Hussein/Allenby Bridge crossing between West Bank and Jordan after a shooting in which a Jordanian driver killed two Israeli soldiers.
Jordan is investigating the attack and condemned the violence.
Israeli military urged halting humanitarian aid from Jordan to Gaza until security changes are made.
Palestinian officials criticized closure, and travelers reported confusion about when crossing would reopen.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 peace treaty between Jordan and Israel marked a significant shift in Middle Eastern relations, establishing diplomatic ties and leading to $1 billion in annual U.S. aid for Jordan. However, tensions persist, as evidenced by the recent shooting at the King Hussein Bridge, which underscores the fragile peace and ongoing conflict dynamics in the region, particularly amid the Gaza crisis.

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Story summary

Israel closed King Hussein/Allenby Bridge crossing between West Bank and Jordan after a shooting in which a Jordanian driver killed two Israeli soldiers.
Jordan is investigating the attack and condemned the violence.
Israeli military urged halting humanitarian aid from Jordan to Gaza until security changes are made.
Palestinian officials criticized closure, and travelers reported confusion about when crossing would reopen.

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