In a tragic incident in Alexandria, Egypt, an Egyptian policeman opened fire on a group of Israeli tourists, resulting in the loss of lives. Egypt's Interior Ministry confirmed that at least two Israeli tourists and one Egyptian citizen lost their lives in the attack. Additionally, another person was reported to have been wounded during the incident at the Pompey's Pillar site in Alexandria.
The suspected assailant has been detained by authorities, and security forces swiftly secured the area, cordoning it off to investigate the incident. Videos shared on social media depicted the response, with ambulances rushing to transport the victims to hospitals while onlookers observed the scene from behind a police barrier, AP reported.
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Zaka, Israel's rescue service, sadly reported the loss of two lives among the Israeli tourists. This unfortunate incident occurred amid heightened tensions in the region as Israel grappled with a conflict involving Palestinian militants following a significant incursion from Gaza.
It's worth noting that Egypt has a history of peaceful relations with Israel and has often played a crucial role as a mediator in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
