Explosion near Lebanon border injures students and staff in northern Israel
An explosion near the Lebanese border in northern Israel wounded at least 20 people on Monday.
Injured group identified as school party
Officials stated that a group of high school students and staff were hiking when the blast occurred. The incident took place near Maalot-Tarshiha, a municipality in the northern region. Both students and teachers from a religious high school were among those hurt.
Cause suspected as unexploded ordnance
Authorities suspect the blast resulted from unexploded ordnance while investigations continue into the cause. Magen David Adom reported that two people are in serious condition and three are moderately hurt. The military dispatched soldiers and helicopters to assist at the scene.
Netanyahu halts plans for assessment
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu cancelled scheduled plans to hold an immediate assessment of the severe incident. His office said he is ensuring injured people are evacuated quickly to hospitals. The region has seen ongoing military activity and rocket fire from Lebanon.
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Middle East Eye
Blast in northern Israel near border with Lebanon wounds at least 20
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Dawn
20 wounded as explosion hits Israel school expedition near Lebanon border: officials
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