Math Professor Indicted for Plotting Mass Murder of Arabs

A mathematics professor from Bar-Ilan University, arrested on September 17, has been indicted for allegedly planning to murder hundreds of Arabs in a coordinated attack. The investigation began after the Shin Bet received initial information about the lecturer's murderous plan. The prosecution is seeking to extend his detention until the end of legal proceedings, while the lecturer's defense attorneys requested his release to house arrest, arguing he poses no danger. The professor, approximately 60 years old and from Petah Tikva, allegedly devised a plan called "EIT", an acronym for "a people will be transferred", to recruit 71 Jewish extremists, divide them into 12 cells, and launch a simultaneous, surprise attack on mixed cities and Arab and Bedouin communities in Israel and the Palestinian Authority. The goal was to murder hundreds and force their expulsion from Israel.

According to the indictment, the professor, who began planning after the 2021 "Guardian of the Walls" riots and escalated his efforts after the "Swords of Iron" war, detailed his plan in writing. He instructed participants "not to have mercy even on the cruel and disgusting women and their children," and to "harden hearts." He also allegedly sought support from subversive elements within the IDF, including potential air force, artillery, and armored corps attacks on Arab population centers. The indictment states he conducted reconnaissance, drafted documents outlining the operation, and attempted to recruit participants, though he was unsuccessful.

During a court hearing, the accused claimed his plan was conceived "because of October 7th, not for myself," despite evidence suggesting planning began in 2021. He stated, "My life has been completely turned upside down, I have exams to check." He also expressed fear of other inmates, noting, "All the guards are Muslim and I am afraid." His defense team requested an extension of the gag order on his name, arguing that the indictment could "harm the State of Israel internationally" and negatively impact his family in Australia. The court extended the publication ban until October 7.

The indictment also details the professor's attempts to recruit Moshe Feiglin, a candidate for the 26th Knesset, to his plan. The professor attended Feiglin's events, tried to arrange meetings, and sent him a blackmail letter threatening to release damaging information if Feiglin did not cooperate. Feiglin and the "Zeut" party leadership reported the threats to the police. Bar-Ilan University issued a statement condemning the alleged actions and announcing the professor's immediate suspension pending the outcome of legal proceedings.