A 26-year-old Israeli Arab allegedly carried out bombings at two bus stops in Jerusalem a month ago, according to domestic intelligence. After a news blackout was lifted, the Shin Bet secret service announced on Tuesday that the mechanical engineer had already been arrested on November 29. He is a supporter of the terrorist organization “Islamic State” (IS).
On November 23, bombs exploded in quick succession at two bus stops in the Jerusalem area. Two people were killed and others injured.
The suspect had tested explosives in a well
The interrogation revealed that the man acted alone and had prepared the crime for a long time, Shin Bet said in a statement. He built the explosives in the West Bank and also tested explosions in a pit there. There he also hid materials for the construction of other explosives. A rifle and a ready-to-use explosive device were also found with the suspect. He planned more attacks. A court extended his detention on Tuesday and charges are expected in the coming days.
At least 27 people have been killed so far this year in attacks in Israel, East Jerusalem and the West Bank, including several soldiers and security forces.
More raids since the beginning of a wave of terror
Since a wave of terror began in the spring, the Israeli army has increased its raids on the occupied West Bank. According to the Ministry of Health in Ramallah, 170 Palestinians have been killed this year in connection with military operations, clashes or friendly attacks.
Source: Krone
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