A horrific mass shooting at a synagogue in East Jerusalem has left seven people dead and at least three others fighting for their lives in what Israeli authorities are treating as a terrorist attack.
The chilling incident occurred in the Neve Yaakov neighbourhood on Friday evening, sending shockwaves through the city and prompting a massive police response.
According to eyewitness accounts, the attacker arrived at the synagogue and opened fire indiscriminately on worshippers attending Sabbath services. The sound of automatic gunfire echoed through the streets as panic gripped the community.
Emergency Response and Manhunt
Israeli emergency services rushed to the scene, with Magen David Adom paramedics describing treating multiple victims with gunshot wounds. Seven victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while at least three others were transported to hospitals in critical condition.
Israeli police have launched a massive manhunt for the suspected attacker, who reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle. Security forces have established roadblocks throughout Jerusalem as they search for the perpetrator.
International Condemnation
The attack has drawn swift international condemnation, with world leaders expressing outrage at the targeting of worshippers. The shooting comes amid heightened tensions in the region following recent violence in the West Bank.
This represents one of the deadliest attacks in Jerusalem in recent years, raising concerns about further escalation of violence in the contested city.
Security has been dramatically heightened across Jerusalem, with additional police and military units deployed throughout the city. Residents have been advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities immediately.
