On the morning of September 8, 2025, two Palestinian attackers opened fire at a crowded bus stop in northern Jerusalem during rush hour, killing six people and injuring at least twelve others.

An Israeli soldier and a civilian quickly returned fire, neutralizing the perpetrators on the scene.

Eyewitnesses and paramedics described a chaotic scene of broken glass, scattered belongings, and unconscious victims strewn across the pavement, as reported by AP.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the site, postponed his upcoming corruption trial, and stated that Israel was “fighting a war on multiple fronts,” reflecting a heightened state of national tension.

Meanwhile, Hamas praised the attack—calling it “a natural response to occupation crimes”—without officially claiming responsibility, and Israeli forces responded with intensified operations near Ramallah in search of potential accomplices.