Shooting Attack in Jerusalem, Four Killed, ‘Terrorists’ Neutralised

As per the Israel emergency service, as many as four people were killed and several people were injured in a shooting attack in Jerusalem. It is to be noted that the “terrorists” involved in the shooting attack in Jerusalem were neutralised. The attack occured in Ramot Junction on Yigal Yadin Street in Jerusalem.

As per the reports, terrorists boarded a bus and started firing on passengers. As of now, reportedly, 15 casualities were reported in the shooting in Jerusalem as per Israel's ambulance service. 

Reportedly, two gunmen carried out the shooting, as per the reports of Times of Israel. According to a report of AFP news agency, a statement by Magen David Adom read, "At 10:13 am [local time], reports were received... about approximately 15 injured, apparently from gunfire, at the Ramot Junction on Yigal Yadin Street in Jerusalem." 

The shooting attack took place at a major intersection at the northern entrance to Jerusalem, as per AFP news agency.

Notably, the attack occured hours after Israeli defence minister Israel Katz gave an ultimatum to Palestinian militant outfit Hamas to surrender. 

It is worthy to be mentioned here that Jerusalem often witnesses protests demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza.