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Israeli Watchman Killed, One Wounded by Syrians in Border Foray

June 21, 1961
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An Israeli watchman was killed and another wounded in a renewal of border raids by Syrian elements at two points north of Lake Tiberias last night. United Nations truce observers launched an investigation of the incidents today.

The first attack came when Syrian units opened heavy fire on Israeli farmers near Shear Yashuv. Israeli police units, defending the workers, returned the fire and silenced the attackers.

The second attack came later, further south along the border. A Syrian band crossed the frontier just above Lake Tiberias, penetrated Israeli territory and attacked Israeli watchmen guarding irrigation stores, killing one and wounding another before retreating.

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