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INTELLIGENCE
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Israeli Citizen Charged for Alleged Hamas Contact and Plot Against Security Minister
Jul 23, 2026 08:26 AM CT
Nazareth, Israel
internal security, terrorism plot, Hamas, Israel, Ben-Gvir
Summary
Prosecutors have charged Muhammad Awad, a resident of Nazareth, with attempting to contact Hamas and researching explosives for an attack on National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. This incident highlights internal security threats and the potential for asymmetric attacks by individuals seeking external terrorist support, though it does not represent a direct escalation in state-level conflict.
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Prosecutors say Muhammad Awad repeatedly tried to contact Hamas, researched explosives, and considered using a drone or guided missile to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
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Jerusalem Post
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Israel
DEFENDER
Prosecutors charged the suspect for attempting to contact Hamas and planning an attack on a government official.