Palestinians attempted to breach the border fence to Israel by use of explosives and throwing Molotov cocktails, the IDF announced in a statement on Friday.
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In the past hour there have been several attempts to damage the security barrier and cross it. In addition, a number of attempted terrorist attacks were carried out including the throwing of explosives, Molotov cocktails and the destruction of a security barrier.IDF forces use crowd dispersal and firing methods in accordance with the Open-Fire Regulations," the army said.
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The IDF will not allow damage to the security and fence infrastructures that protect Israeli citizens and will act against violent rioters and terrorists involved," the statement concluded.