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Middle East: Gunman opens fire on police patrol near Israeli embassy in Jordan, shot dead

Middle East: Gunman opens fire on police patrol near Israeli embassy in Jordan, shot dead

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, Sunday, 24 November 2024 (15:39 IST)
A gunman was killed, and three policemen were injured in a shooting near the Israeli embassy in Jordan's capital early on Sunday, state media reported.
 
The gunman opened fire on a police patrol in the Rabiah neighborhood in Amman, and was shot dead after security forces engaged, according to the official Petra news agency.
 
"The Public Security Directorate announced that it dealt with an incident of gunfire at a patrol operating in the Rabiah area in the capital, Amman, at dawn on Sunday," Petra news agency said.
 
The injured officers are receiving treatment, and investigations are ongoing.
 
Authorities asked residents to remain indoors as the incident unfolded.
 
Witnesses reported heavy police and ambulance presence near the embassy. The area was cordoned off by police after gunshots were heard.
 
The area is a frequent site of anti-Israel demonstrations.
 
Jordan, home to many citizens of Palestinian origin, has seen large protests against the Gaza conflict.

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