A series of explosions rocked Tel Aviv on Tuesday, prompting a swift response from security forces as they worked to locate additional explosive devices in the area. Footage circulating on social media captured at least one bus engulfed in flames, sending a thick plume of smoke into the sky. The situation has raised significant concern among residents and authorities alike.
Police spokesperson Aryeh Doron confirmed that officers are actively searching for more bombs following the blasts. In an interview with Channel 12, he urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious bags or objects they may encounter. "We may be lucky if indeed the terrorists set these timers to the wrong hour. But it’s too early to determine," Doron stated, highlighting the ongoing nature of the investigation.
Local media reports indicate that one of the unexploded devices, weighing approximately 5 kilograms, was inscribed with a message that read "Revenge from Tulkarem." This message is believed to reference a recent Israeli military operation targeting suspected militants in the West Bank, suggesting a possible connection between the two events.
In response to the attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered increased military operations in the West Bank. His office has also directed the police and the Israel Security Agency to bolster preventive measures against potential further assaults in urban areas across Israel.
Amidst the unfolding crisis, Transport Minister Miri Regev has cut short her official trip to Morocco and is returning to Israel to oversee the situation. The government’s immediate focus remains on ensuring public safety and preventing further incidents as investigations continue into the origins and motivations behind the attacks.