:quality(85)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/infobae/YHBF65PXD5AVVE42NMTSILQOJM.jpg "The moment a Turkish tourist attacked a police officer with a knife in Jerusalem")
A police officer was moderately injured after being attacked with a knife by a Turkish tourist in Jerusalem’s Old City. Hasan Saklanan, 34, was identified as the attacker, who was later neutralized by security forces. The incident, captured by surveillance cameras, shows Saklanan attempting to stab an officer before being repelled in an act of self-defense.
Defense sources have revealed that the attacker entered Israel with a tourist visa just days before the incident, raising concerns about potential security breaches. The confrontation, which took place in the Herod’s Gate area, ended with the attacker being killed by police officers.
This event has prompted a re-evaluation of security measures at critical points in the city, especially in areas frequented by tourists and pilgrims. The authorities have issued a warning about the graphic content of the images from the incident, highlighting the disturbing nature of the attack.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and rigorous security protocols in highly sensitive areas. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Saklanan’s entry into Israel and the attack itself will be crucial in preventing similar incidents in the future.