Two Arab-Israelis indicted for involvement in Temple Mount stabbing attack
- Two Arab-Israeli citizens, Nur Shabat and Amir Kiwan, were indicted for their involvement in a terrorist stabbing attack.
- They were accused of aiding a top operative in a terrorist group and plotting the attack while on the Temple Mount.
- The case reflects the ongoing challenges posed by domestic threats to Israel's national security.
In Israel, two Arab-Israelis, Nur Shabat and Amir Kiwan, were indicted for their participation in a stabbing attack that occurred on the Temple Mount during the holy month of Ramadan last year. The indictment was announced by the Haifa District Attorney's Office on Friday, marking a significant step in legal actions against individuals involved in terrorism. Shabat was specifically accused of attempting to take part in this attack and of seeking to establish connections with terrorist organizations in Judea and Samaria for further attacks against Jewish individuals. This was not an isolated incident; it underscores the ongoing security challenges faced by Israel, where citizens can be found collaborating with terrorist groups. The two men reportedly plotted the attack while visiting the site during Ramadan, devising plans to target security personnel. Their efforts came to light through the investigative work of the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) and police, who are committed to addressing threats that endanger the nation's security. The case highlights both the risks presented by domestic threats and the seriousness with which the Israeli authorities treat any involvement of citizens in actions that may undermine national security.