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‘Don’t be afraid’: Furniture store owner’s chilling message to Jerusalem customer

How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

‘Don’t be afraid’: Furniture store owner’s chilling message to Jerusalem customer
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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 11, 2026

What happened

Israel Police in the Judea and Samaria District say they uncovered a pattern of threats and extortion by a Palestinian furniture seller against Israeli customers, including a Jerusalem woman who complained after canceling a purchase. The Military Prosecution filed five indictments, and police said the suspect used calls, messages and threats against victims and their children.

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Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 11, 2026
‘Don’t be afraid’: Furniture store owner’s chilling message to Jerusalem customer
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 11, 2026
West Bank Furniture Store Owner Threatened Jewish Customer Over Cancellation, Saying October 7 Was “Nothing”

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