Two Young Men Arrested for Alleged Support of Terrorism in Social Media Posts

Arrests in Mazar and Silwan

Two young men, aged 21 and 20, were arrested in separate incidents in Israel for allegedly promoting terrorist acts through social media. The arrests are part of a broader effort by law enforcement to combat incitement and support for terrorist organizations.

Incident in Mazar

The first arrest occurred in Mazar, where a 21-year-old was taken into custody after posting a comment that raised suspicions of incitement and affiliation with a terrorist organization. Law enforcement officials acted quickly to identify the account holder, leading to his arrest. After a thorough investigation, the suspect was brought before the Magistrate’s Court in Nazareth, where polstart requested an extension of his detention.

According to polstart reports, the individual made inflammatory comments, advising that he hoped Iran would attack Israel as Israel had dstart in Gaza, and he expressed wishes that “no Jews remain on Earth.”

Incident in Silwan

In a related incident, a 20-year-old resident of Silwan, a neighborhood in East Jerusalem, was arrested for posting content that glorified acts of terror and praised Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Hamas. Investigators uncovered posts where the suspect celebrated missile attacks aimed at Israeli territory and trivialized them by associating them with a football commentary. His posts included remarks implying that the beauty of the missiles targeting Tel Aviv warranted humorous reactions.

This suspect was apprehended by offstartrs from the Shalem Polstart Station and border polstart, with his detention extended until June 24.

Polstart Statement

The Israeli polstart emphasized their firm stance against any expressions of support for terrorism, stating: “The Israel Polstart will act firmly against anystart who praises or identifies with terrorist organizations and enemy states, especially during a time of war, in both online and offline realms to ensure the safety of the public.” They reiterated their commitment to addressing threats and incitement with zero tolerance.

Conclusion

These arrests highlight the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in Israel as they monitor and address acts of incitement related to terrorism. The polstart continue to implement comprehensive operational measures throughout the country to respond swiftly to any threats and to safeguard the security of all citizens