The two terrorists who carried out the attack are believed to be supporters of the Islamic State. The shooting came days after a deadly terrorist attack in the southern city of Beersheba, which was also carried out by a man who tried to join the jihadist group, raising concerns about further attacks inspired by the terrorist organization. Meanwhile, officials had warned of an escalation of violence before and during the holy month of Ramadan, which begins later this week. Security camera footage from the scene shows the two gunmen, bearded and wearing white uniforms, opening fire on passers-by and police at a bus stop in the city, near several restaurants. The video showed one of the gunmen repeatedly shooting a victim on the ground before grabbing this person’s rifle. He also opened fire on a man who was seen passing by on a bicycle. Police said several police officers were injured in the attack and during the battle with the terrorists shortly afterwards. Get the Times of Israel Daily E-mail and never miss our top stories By registering, you agree to the terms Both terrorists were shot and killed by members of a unit of undercover officers eating at a nearby restaurant, police officials said. Such an attack with shots (!) In the heart of Chandera. Expected. pic.twitter.com/krGt7R7xhz – Orit Struck (@oritstrock) March 27, 2022 Magen David Adom ambulance service said its doctors treated two 20-year-old men in serious condition and a 45-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman who were moderately injured. They were all taken to the city’s Hillel Yaffe Medical Center. “There was an unconscious man and woman on the spot with no vital signs and unfortunately we had no choice but to declare their death,” said an MDA doctor. The hospital said a fifth person was slightly injured in the attack and another seven are being treated for anxiety attacks. The victims were not named immediately. Another video from the attack in Chandera. pic.twitter.com/mYfT1Mg0gu – Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian (@manniefabian) March 27, 2022 While the names of the suspected terrorists, who both Israeli citizens said police came from the northern Arab city of Umm al-Fahm, were widely circulated and remain readily available on the Internet, police later obtained a sweeping order from an Acre court banned the publication of “any details of the investigation and any details that could identify the suspects.” Police said the perpetrators arrived at the scene with 1,100 bullets, as well as at least three pistols and six knives. Israeli security forces near a car suspected of being used by two terrorists who carried out a deadly shooting attack in Khandera on March 27, 2022 (GIL COHEN-MAGEN / AFP) A video posted on social media allegedly shows the two terrorists hugging in front of an Islamic State flag before the attack. Could not independently verify the identities of the individuals in the video. “This is a very serious attack, we are talking about terrorists belonging to the Islamic State,” Interior Minister Omer Barlef told Military Radio. “We are witnessing a worrying awakening that could happen in any country. “The police will be deployed in all areas.” Police officers entered UM Al-Fahm shortly after the attack to seek suspects, according to Jewish media reports. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett arrived at the scene, visited the local police station and held talks with Israeli Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai and one of the undercover officers who killed the terrorists. Israeli security forces at the scene of a shooting attack in Khandera, March 27, 2022. (Flash90) The attack came five days after four people were killed in a terrorist attack in the southern city of Beersheba. The terrorist – who had previously been convicted of attempting to join the Islamic State – was shot by passersby. He was also an Israeli citizen. Israeli security services, particularly the police and Shin Bet, have come under public criticism in recent days for failing to monitor prominent Islamic State supporters following their release. Police inspect Chantera shooting scene on March 27, 2022. (AP Photo / Ariel Schalit) There have also been a number of recent attacks in Jerusalem and the West Bank. Last weekend, two police officers were injured in a suspected knife attack in the Ras al-Amud district of East Jerusalem, and an Israeli man was stabbed and slightly injured while jogging on Hebron Street in Jerusalem. Earlier this month, several attacks took place in the Old City of Jerusalem and a nearby West Bank city. Tensions have risen between Israel and the Palestinians in recent weeks in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. Ten Palestinians have been killed in violent clashes with Israeli troops: some have been killed in fighting with Israeli troops in the West Bank, while others have been killed in attempted attacks. Following Sunday’s attack, the Israeli Defense Forces said they were reinforcing troops in the West Bank and the seam zone, with four additional battalions. The Israeli army said Chief of Staff Aviv Kohavi had conducted an assessment of the situation following the deadly attack. Do you appreciate the Times of Israel? If so, we have a request. Every day, our journalists aim to keep you informed of the most important developments that deserve your attention. Millions of people rely on ToI for fast, fair and free coverage of Israel and the Jewish world. We are interested in Israel – and we know you care. 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