Three buses exploded in Tel Aviv’s Bat Yam area on Thursday. Police are treating it as a “suspected terror attack,” according to The Times of Israel. Fortunately, no injuries occurred because the buses were parked at the time.

Incident Amid National Mourning

Meanwhile, the explosions happened while Israel was mourning the return of four hostages’ bodies from Gaza. Authorities quickly launched an investigation and heightened security measures in response.

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Search for More Explosives

Police spokesperson Aryeh Doron confirmed that officers are actively searching for additional bombs in Tel Aviv. “Our forces are still scouring the area,” Doron told Channel 12.

Additionally, he suggested that the attackers might have set the timers incorrectly, stating, “We may be lucky if, indeed, the terrorists set these timers to the wrong hour. But it’s too early to determine.”

Moreover, officials discovered that two other buses contained explosive devices that failed to detonate. Large police forces remain at the scenes, searching for suspects and securing the area.

Transportation Services Suspended

In response, Transport Minister Miri Regev suspended all bus, train, and light rail services across the country. Security teams immediately conducted checks for more explosive devices, as reported by Israeli media. Furthermore, authorities found another unexploded bomb on a separate bus, according to a police spokesperson.

Possible Palestinian Connection

Authorities linked the attack to Palestinian groups. They noted that the explosive devices resembled those previously seen in the West Bank. According to local media, one of the explosives carried a message reading, “Revenge from Tulkarem,” referencing a recent Israeli military operation in the region.

Military Response

As a result, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz ordered the military to “increase the intensity” of operations in refugee camps in the West Bank. The government is now reinforcing security measures to prevent further incidents.