A shooting in the Sharon region began in Kochav Yair and moved past Tsur Yitshak, Tsur Natan and Selait, killing Chief Sgt. First Class (res.) Haim Kalomiti and wounding five others, including the head of Tzur Natan's emergency response squad. Authorities said the attacker was neutralized and an accomplice captured. Prime Minister Netanyahu praised security forces, while National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir demanded the death penalty for captured perpetrators and called the fallen soldier a hero. President Herzog and local leaders condemned the attack and urged continued vigilance.
Sharon-Region Shooting Kills Soldier, Wounds Five — Israeli Leaders Condemn Attack
IDF soldiers operating at the site of the terror attack in the Sharon region, June 7, 2026. (photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON
One person was killed and five others were wounded in a shooting attack that began in Kochav Yair and continued past Tsur Yitshak, Tsur Natan and Selait, authorities said. The fatality has been identified as Chief Sgt. First Class (res.) Haim Kalomiti. Among the wounded was the head of Tzur Natan's emergency response squad.
Security Response and Developments
Security forces at the scene, including Israel Police and local rapid-response teams, engaged the assailant. Police reports indicate the attacker was neutralized and an accomplice was captured. Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances and motives behind the incident.
Official Reactions
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is "fighting a war on all fronts" and praised the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Shin Bet and Israel Police for thwarting dozens of attacks over the past year, while acknowledging that not every attack can be prevented. He commended officers who neutralized the attacker and captured an accomplice.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted on X that if the perpetrators are captured alive they should face the death penalty, citing the "Death Penalty for Terrorists" law backed by Otzma Yehudit. He offered condolences and called Kalomiti "a hero of Israel," praising his rapid-response actions as having helped prevent a larger tragedy.
Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council, lauded Selait's Special Operations Command for quickly opening fire on the approaching attacker and helping avert a greater catastrophe. He emphasized the critical role of emergency standby squads and settlement security elements.
President Isaac Herzog described the attack as "a painful and difficult day in Israel," expressed shock at the violence, offered condolences to the victim's family and prayers for the injured, and commended the courage and resolve of security and emergency personnel.
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich warned of a growing extremist threat and large quantities of illegal weapons, calling the attack a "bloody wake-up call" and urging a fundamental change in how security and law enforcement confront organized criminal and extremist networks.
Democratic lawmaker Yair Golan expressed condolences to the families of the victims and support for security forces, saying that citizens across Israel deserve quiet and security.
What Comes Next
Authorities said they will continue investigations, pursue any remaining suspects and review the attack in the context of broader security measures. Local and national leaders reiterated calls to strengthen rapid-response capabilities and vigilance in the communities affected.
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