Man Charged With Inciting Violence Against Netanyahu, Lawmakers
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
A 49-year-old man, Raz Weinberger, faces charges of incitement to terrorism and violence for allegedly posting calls on X to murder Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli politicians. The indictment includes 21 posts made between September 10 and October 19, ahead of the recent Knesset election. Prosecutors are seeking his continued detention, citing the severity and repetition of the threats, and his alleged admission to writing the posts. The defense argued for his release, citing his limited online reach and lack of criminal record.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Raz Weinberger charged with inciting terrorism and violence against PM Netanyahu and lawmakers.
- Indictment details 21 posts calling for murder, beheading, and burning of politicians.
- Posts were published on X between September 10 and October 19, ahead of the election.
- Prosecutors seek continued detention, citing danger and alleged admission to writing posts.
- Defendant has no criminal record but underwent firearm training, prosecutors noted.
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