The Shin Bet and Israel Police filed indictments Wednesday against two Palestinians from Nablus accused of establishing a terror cell that planned to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir using a distraction attack and an explosive drone, the Shin Bet said. The cell also planned shooting attacks, car bombs, and the abduction of soldiers. One suspect attempted to purchase drone components from China, according to the indictment.
Earlier today, the Shin Bet and Israel Police filed indictments against two Palestinians from Nablus for establishing a terror infrastructure since late 2023, according to details released for publication. The cell amassed an arsenal including M-16 and Kalashnikov rifles, pistols, and ammunition, and conducted live-fire training.
The investigation revealed that the cell's central plot was to assassinate National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. They planned a "distraction attack" to draw him to the scene and then strike with an explosive drone. One suspect attempted to buy drone components from China, the indictment says. The cell also planned shooting attacks, car bombs, and the abduction of soldiers.
As The Zioneer reported earlier today, this indictment is the latest court action against a Nablus-based cell that had been under surveillance for months. The suspects have been remanded until the end of proceedings.
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