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Kikar HaShabbatSecurity

Jerusalem Man Arrested for Alleged Two-Year Plot to Attack Holy Site

Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba

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Hebrew · 7 newsrooms covering

An East Jerusalem resident was arrested after allegedly planning a two-year combined attack at the Lions' Gate and the Temple Mount, involving an explosive device and gunfire targeting Jews. A severe indictment has been filed against him following the foiled plot. Security forces successfully thwarted the attack, preventing a potentially devastating incident.

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  • An East Jerusalem resident was arrested for allegedly planning a two-year attack at the Temple Mount.
  • The suspect planned to detonate a bomb and shoot Jewish worshippers.
  • A severe indictment has been filed against the suspect.
  • Security forces successfully thwarted the planned attack.
  • The plot was reportedly aimed at causing mass casualties.

Authorities in Jerusalem have arrested a young man from East Jerusalem who allegedly spent two years planning a combined attack at the Lions' Gate and the Temple Mount. The suspect is accused of planning to detonate an explosive device and then open fire on Jewish worshippers.

A severe indictment has been filed against the suspect in connection with the foiled plot. The alleged plan was reportedly aimed at causing mass casualties during a significant event at the holy site.

The investigation, which lasted for two years, revealed the extent of the suspect's preparations. Security forces successfully thwarted the attack before it could be carried out, preventing a potentially devastating incident.

Kikar HaShabbatHaredi · Bnei Brak

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