An 18-year-old sustained a penetrating injury in a stabbing attack in Al-Auja, Jordan Valley, prompting an IDF response.
Jerusalem, 23 August, 2026 (TPS-IL) — The Israel Defense Forces said it is responding to a stabbing attack in the area of Al-Auja, near Jericho.
The victim, said to be 18, reportedly stopped in Al-Auja to shop.
Magen David Adom said emergency responders were at the scene treating a victim with a penetrating injury.
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