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Friend of Benyahu Razi Contradicts Suspects’ Self-Defense Claim in Jerusalem Murder Case

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Friend of Benyahu Razi Contradicts Suspects’ Self-Defense Claim in Jerusalem Murder Case
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First reported by Mako · Aug 4, 2026

What happened

Metania, a friend of murder victim Benyahu Razi, refutes the main suspect Aviaor Sasson’s claim of self-defense in the stabbing death in Jerusalem. Evidence shows premeditated intent, and police doubt Sasson’s version. Seven suspects face indictments, with ongoing investigation into obstruction by a prison officer.

  • 01Metania, friend of victim Benyahu Razi, denies suspect Aviaor Sasson’s self-defense claim.
  • 02Seven suspects indicted in Razi’s stabbing death at a Jerusalem Airbnb last month.
  • 03WhatsApp messages reveal premeditated intent to harm Razi.
  • 04Female suspects claimed fear and phone confiscation, contradicted by live video calls.
  • 05Linor Sasson allegedly helped bring attackers to the scene.
  • 06A prison officer arrested for allegedly aiding suspect’s brother to evade capture.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

Full coverage · 3 outlets

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

MakoCenter · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Friend of Benyahu Razi Contradicts Suspects’ Self-Defense Claim in Jerusalem Murder Case
N12Center · HebrewAug 5, 2026
Friend of Murdered Benyahu Razi Contradicts Suspects’ Self-Defense Claims
Kan NewsCenter · HebrewAug 4, 2026
Indictments Filed Against Four Minors in Benyahu Razi Murder Case
MakoCenter · HebrewAug 4, 2026
Prosecutor Files Charges Against Aviaor Sasson and Others in Benyahu Razi Murder Case

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