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Man with Knife Detained Near Israeli Politician Yair Golan in Tel Aviv

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Police in Tel Aviv arrested a homeless man carrying a knife near politician Yair Golan in HaMesila Park on October 27. No stabbing attempt occurred, though the man was detained for questioning. The Democratic Party stated the knife fell from the man's clothing as he approached Golan. The Shin Bet is responsible for Golan's security.

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  • A homeless man with a knife was detained near Yair Golan in Tel Aviv on October 27.
  • Police confirmed no stabbing attempt occurred during the incident in HaMesila Park.
  • The suspect, aged 20-30, was arrested and is being questioned by investigators.
  • The Democratic Party claimed the knife fell from the man's clothing as he approached Golan.
  • The Shin Bet is currently responsible for the security of Yair Golan.
Man with Knife Detained Near Israeli Politician Yair Golan in Tel Aviv
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Police in Tel Aviv detained a homeless man from Jerusalem on Tuesday, October 27, who was found carrying a knife near Yair Golan, the head of the Democratic Party, in HaMesila Park. Authorities stated that there was no attempted stabbing. Police officers escorting Golan noticed a suspicious object protruding from the clothing of a man nearby. Upon stopping him for a check, they discovered a knife. The suspect, believed to be between 20 and 30 years old, was arrested and taken for questioning. Investigators are currently working to determine the circumstances of the incident. The Democratic Party offered a different account, claiming the man approached Golan and his knife fell out of his clothing. The Shin Bet is currently responsible for Golan's security.

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