Four Palestinian attackers killed by Israeli troops

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Four Palestinians have been shot dead after they allegedly tried to stab Israeli soldiers in two incidents in the occupied West Bank, Israel’s military says.

The alleged attacker were shot dead at Gush Etzion Junction, where similar incidents have occurred, and the fourth was killed near Hebron, the army said.

No soldiers were injured. Palestinian health officials confirmed the deaths.

There has been an upsurge in violence between Israelis and Palestinians in recent months.