At approximately 8 p.m. local time (6 p.m. UK time), Israeli police were called to Lahi Street in response to explosion reports.
The explosion was definitely a bomb, according to a police spokesperson.
“One person, whose name is yet unknown, was killed while another person suffered moderate injuries as a result of the explosion.
“All investigative avenues are being explored.”
The spokeswoman further stated that the injured party was brought to a hospital for treatment.
On social media, there are graphic pictures purporting to depict the explosion’s immediate aftermath, but they have not been independently authenticated.
Others display emergency personnel at the area beside debris on the streets.
Thousands of protesters gathered at the city’s Hostages Square on Saturday to call for the release of the last detainees that Hamas is holding in Gaza.
In response to the present hostage situation, the families of those who are still being held are requesting the resignation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak wrote on X, “His disobedience to the law at such a time justifies the declaration of impeachment,” demanding that Mr. Netanyahu be removed from office in response to the hostage situation. inappropriate!”
Separately, as ceasefire talks continue, there were injuries following Israeli bombings on Saturday and Sunday in Gaza and Lebanon.
