Fewer terrorist attacks in 2004, more warnings

In contrast to the drop in casualties from suicide bombings, the number casualties from kassam rocket and mortar attacks rose sharply.

There were fewer terrorist attacks, but more warnings in 2004. Israel suffered 15 suicide bombings last years, down from 26 in 2003. The decrease in suicide bombings, which frequently cause heavy casualties, also led to a sharp 45% drop in the number of deaths, from 214 in 2003 to 117 in 2004, and to a 41% drop in the number of wounded, from 1,004 to 589.

In contrast to the drop in casualties from suicide bombings, the number casualties from kassam rocket and mortar attacks rose sharply. The number of terrorist attacks, especially suicide bombings, fell, thanks to countermeasures. Terrorists' motivation remains high, as indicated by the number of warnings of attacks - 40 to 50 a month.

Published by Globes [online], Israel business news - www.globes.co.il - on January 24, 2005

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