Jerusalem, 4 September, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Border Police officers operating near Damascus Gate in Jerusalem’s Old City spotted, at around 3:45 a.m., a 33-year-old terrorist from eastern Jerusalem who attempted to attack them with a knife. The officers responded quickly to neutralize him.
The terrorist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Jerusalem District Police Commander Maj. Gen. Avshalom Peled arrived at the scene to hold a special situational assessment and praised the officers for their swift and determined response.