Israel: truck 'rams soldiers' in Jerusalem, casualties reported

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A truck is reported to have rammed into a group of soldiers in Jerusalem on Sunday.

Israeli radio has said that at least three people were killed. Police and ambulance services said at least 15 people were injured.

A police spokesman has been quoted as saying that the truck ploughed into a group of soldiers who had got off a bus. Reports say the driver of the truck was shot dead.

Police have described it as a deliberate “terrorist” attack.

Early reports said it happened on a popular promenade overlooking the walled Old City.

More details to follow.