IDF forces on Sunday evening neutralized terrorists, preventing harm to civilians driving along a central highway.
"A short while ago, during IDF operational activity adjacent to the area of Azzun, three terrorists hurled rocks toward a central route and endangered the civilians who were driving along the route," the IDF stated.
"The soldiers responded with fire toward the terrorists; one terrorist was eliminated, and the other neutralized.
"An additional terrorist was apprehended. No IDF injuries were reported.
"The IDF will continue to operate against anyone who poses a threat to the citizens of Israel."