Terror plot in Jerusalem foiled: IDF soldiers were the target in the Old City

A terrorist attack planned against IDF soldiers in the Old City of Jerusalem was thwarted in a joint operation by the Coastal District Central Unit and the Shin Bet. An 18-year-old resident of Umm al-Fahm was arrested, who swore allegiance to ISIS and planned to carry out an attack in the area. During a raid on his home, findings and digital materials were seized that strengthen the suspicions. A prosecutor's statement was filed ahead of an indictment.

A terrorist attack planned against IDF soldiers in the Old City of Jerusalem was thwarted in a joint operation by the Central Unit of the Coastal District and the General Security Service (Shin Bet). Over the past month, an investigation was conducted during which a suspect, an 18-year-old resident of Umm al-Fahm, was arrested. As the investigation progressed, it emerged that the suspect had sworn allegiance to the terrorist organization "Islamic State" (ISIS), and over the past year had planned to carry out an attack against IDF soldiers in the Old City area. During a raid on his home, findings and digital materials were seized that strengthen the suspicions. Today, with the completion of all investigative actions, an evidentiary foundation was established and a prosecutor's statement was filed against the suspect ahead of an indictment. The police and Shin Bet will continue to operate to thwart terrorist threats.