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Court Bans Singer Ofer Levi From Internet Amid Incitement Probe

The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court on Thursday ordered singer Ofer Levi to refrain from using the internet until Tuesday, November 3, at 12:00 PM. The restriction was imposed as part of an ongoing police investigation into allegations of incitement to violence. Levi was interrogated by the Holon police after posting a video on social media on the morning of the election for the 26th Knesset.

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What happened

01The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court banned singer Ofer Levi from using the internet until Tuesday, November 3, at 12:00 PM.
02Levi was interrogated by the Holon police on suspicion of incitement to violence after posting a video on election day.
03In the video, Levi allegedly stated that it is a commandment to execute anyone who votes left-wing.
04The police requested a 15-day extension of Levi's internet ban, but the court granted only five additional days.
05The criminal investigation was officially opened following approval from the State Attorney's Office.
06Police released Levi under restrictive conditions after his interrogation and stated they will act decisively against online incitement.

In the video, Levi allegedly stated that it is a commandment to execute anyone who votes left-wing. Following his interrogation, police released him under restrictive conditions and subsequently requested a 15-day extension of his internet ban. The court partially approved the request, granting a five-day extension instead.

The criminal investigation was opened by the Holon police station with the approval of the State Attorney's Office. Police issued a statement emphasizing that they view any manifestation of incitement to violence and threats with severity, and will act decisively against anyone attempting to harm public peace and security, including on social networks. Levi has not been convicted of any offense.

Summarized by baba from the reports of 3 newsrooms. Updated 13:53

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