"This is a difficult event, and we will draw lessons from it. We are strengthening and will continue to strengthen all components of defense along the eastern border. IDF soldiers stand guard to enable the people of Israel to celebrate the Tishrei holidays in peace."
The Chief of Staff, Major General Eyal Zamir, conducted an initial investigation today at the scene of the attack that occurred last night at the Allenby Crossing, with the participation of the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories, Major General Rasan Alian, Head of the Planning Directorate, Major General Eyal Harel, Commander of the Central Command, Major General Avi Bluth, officials from the Israel Airports Authority, and other commanders.
The Chief of Staff ordered a halt to the passage of convoys from Jordan to Gaza until the investigation is completed and lessons are drawn.
Afterward, the Chief of Staff held a situation assessment and a tour at the "Yanshuf" outpost with the commander of Division 96, Brigadier General Oren Simcha, the commander of the Jordan Valley and Valleys Brigade, and other commanders.