IDF arrest terrorist after throwing Molotov cocktails at Migdal Oz settlement in West Bank

The local security team responded swiftly, with a defense force soldier engaging the attacker and successfully apprehending him.

 Jewish settlers seen while Palestinian farmers pick olives during the annual harvest season, in the village of Burqa, east of Ramallah, West Bank, October 20, 2024 (photo credit: FLASH90)
Jewish settlers seen while Palestinian farmers pick olives during the annual harvest season, in the village of Burqa, east of Ramallah, West Bank, October 20, 2024
(photo credit: FLASH90)

Security forces arrested a terrorist after he threw Molotov cocktails along with a burning tire at the Migdal Oz settlement in the West Bank, the IDF reported on Sunday night.

Security forces in the area responded swiftly, with a defense force soldier engaging the attacker and successfully apprehending him.

According to Migdal Oz Security, the situation was quickly brought under control, and no threat remained to the community.

Improvised Molotov cocktails found in Tur'an by police, January 23, 2020. (credit: POLICE SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)
Improvised Molotov cocktails found in Tur'an by police, January 23, 2020. (credit: POLICE SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

As a precaution, the southern gate has been temporarily closed to vehicular traffic, and the suspect has been handed over to security forces for further investigation.

Vigilance amid rising security tensions

This incident underscores the vigilance of local defense forces in protecting the region, particularly during a time of heightened security tensions in Gush Etzion and across Israel.

The swift action by the security personnel ensured the safety of the residents in Migdal Oz, which lies close to several other sensitive locations in the area.

The IDF and other security agencies are continuing to monitor the situation closely, with increased preparedness throughout the region.