On Sunday, a gunman carried out a series of drive-by shootings in Kochav Yair, Israel, killing a 35-year-old man and injuring five others, two of whom are in serious condition. The police killed the assailant during a pursuit and arrested a second suspect who allegedly made statements indicating involvement. The attacks occurred amid rising tensions following violent incidents in the West Bank, including the killing of a Palestinian baby. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the attack as a terrorist act, while President Isaac Herzog expressed shock and condolences. The gunman was identified as a young man from Tayibe, a city predominantly inhabited by Arab citizens of Israel. Although Hamas praised the attack, they did not take responsibility. The violence reflects ongoing instability in the region, with Israeli military operations in the West Bank resulting in numerous casualties among both militants and civilians.