Residents of the western Samaria town of Beit Horon were warned Thursday afternoon of a possible terrorist infiltration.
Authorities advised locals to remain indoors, and to keep their doors and windows locked until the security alert has ended.
The Israeli military confirmed the warning, and said the situation was being investigated.
“A short while ago, an alert was activated on the Home Front Command Mobile Application regarding a potential security incident in the community of Beit Horon. The details of the incident are being looked into,” and army spokesperson said.
An hour later, the IDF announced that following security sweeps of the area, the security warning has been lifted in Beit Horon.
"Following the previous report regarding a potential security incident in the community of Beit Horon, searches were conducted in the area. There is no danger of a security incident."