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Yeshiva World News · Jul 21, 2026

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The Shin Bet and Israel Police have arrested 29-year-old Nazareth resident Mohammed Awad, an Israeli citizen, on suspicion of advancing terrorist activity after allegedly contacting Hamas in an attempt to join the terror group and obtain resources to carry out attacks. According to investigators, Awad sought to enlist in Hamas to promote terrorist activity and had planned to target National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Authorities also said the suspect was employed as a security guard at the Afula Central Bus Station.

The Shin Bet and Israel Police have arrested 29-year-old Nazareth resident Mohammed Awad, an Israeli citizen, on suspicion of advancing terrorist activity after allegedly contacting Hamas in an attempt to join the terror group and obtain resources to carry out attacks. According to investigators, Awad sought to enlist in Hamas to promote terrorist activity and had planned to target National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Authorities also said the suspect was employed as a security guard at the Afula Central Bus Station.

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