Terrorists in Disguise: Attack on Israeli Border Near Neot HaKikar
On October 18, an incident occurred along the Jordanian border where two individuals, disguised as Jordanian soldiers, infiltrated Israel. These individuals were not actual soldiers but terrorists, as confirmed by an initial investigation by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Their identities are still being investigated.
The terrorists entered Israel by cutting through a section of the border secured only by barbed wire. IDF forces quickly responded and encountered the infiltrators just three meters inside Israeli territory. One terrorist was neutralized immediately, while the other ran towards an IDF unit about 100 meters away and was eliminated on a military vehicle.
During the encounter, the terrorists fired at the military vehicle, hitting it eight times and injuring two soldiers. The IDF believes the attack was likely aimed at a greenhouse area near the community of Neot HaKikar. The Tamar Festival, located 50 kilometers away, was not considered a target.
Although searches continue for a possible third terrorist, the IDF currently believes only two were involved in the infiltration.
Doubts Revealed
Terrorists -: Terrorists are people who use violence and fear to achieve their goals, often for political reasons. They can be very dangerous and cause harm to others.
Disguised -: Disguised means to change one’s appearance or dress to look like someone else. In this case, the terrorists dressed like Jordanian soldiers to hide their true identity.
IDF -: IDF stands for Israel Defense Forces, which is the military force of Israel. They protect the country and its people from threats.
Neot HaKikar -: Neot HaKikar is a small community or area in Israel, located near the border with Jordan. It is known for its agriculture and greenhouses.
Barbed wire -: Barbed wire is a type of strong wire with sharp points or edges. It is often used to create fences to keep people or animals from crossing into certain areas.
Jordanian border -: The Jordanian border is the boundary line that separates the country of Jordan from Israel. Borders are important for defining the territory of a country.
Neutralizing -: Neutralizing in a military context means to stop or eliminate a threat. In this case, it means the IDF stopped the terrorists from causing more harm.
Greenhouse -: A greenhouse is a building made of glass or clear plastic where plants are grown. It helps protect plants from bad weather and keeps them warm.
Tamar Festival -: The Tamar Festival is a cultural event in Israel that features music and other performances. It is a time for people to come together and enjoy entertainment.