Suspected terror attack in Israel as multiple buses explode in Tel Aviv
Three buses have exploded in Israel in a suspected terror attack as police frantically search for suspects, according to reports.
The vehicles burst into flames in Bat Yam, Tel Aviv, after explosive devices planted on board were detonated, The Times of Israel reported.
Israeli police said they were treating the explosions, which reportedly did not injure anyone, as a suspected terror attack.
Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu was being briefed about the explosions and all buses across Israel have been stopped.
Israeli police spokesperson Haim Sargrof said: 'Large police forces are at the scenes, searching for suspects.
'Police bomb disposal units are scanning for additional suspicious objects. We urge the public to avoid the areas and remain alert for any suspicious items."
Sargof added that the explosives matched explosives used in the West Bank, but he did not give any more detail.
Israel has repeatedly carried out military raids on suspected Palestinian militants in the West Bank since Hamas' 7 October 2023, attack sparked the devastating war in Gaza.
As part of that crackdown, it has greatly restricted entry into Israel for Palestinians from the occupied territory.
A group identifying itself as a branch of Hamas' military wing, Qassam Brigades, from the northern West Bank city of Tulkarem, posted on messaging app Telegram: "We will never forget to take vengeance for our martyrs as long as the occupation is on our lands."
Since the ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza took effect on 19 January Israel has been conducting a broad military offensive in the West Bank.
In the past, militants have entered Israel and carried out shootings and bombings in Israeli cities.
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