Foiled Terrorist Plot in Israel
Israel foiled a plot by Palestinian terrorists to blow up buses with explosives that detonated prematurely on empty buses, alerting authorities to the plan. The bombs were intended to explode on Friday morning, potentially killing hundreds of civilians.
Key Points
- Explosives intended to explode on Friday morning were found and defused
- Authorities suspect Hamas-affiliated terrorists were behind the plot
Pros
- Authorities were able to prevent a potential mass terror attack
- Quick response and alertness of authorities and civilians
Cons
- Threat of terrorism and violence in the region