A 19-year-old resident of Kafr Qasim was arrested in recent weeks on suspicion of advancing hostile terrorist activity. The investigation revealed that the suspect, Mustafa Issa, had entered advanced planning stages for a domestic terror attack, heavily influenced by Operation Guardian of the Walls and the October 7 massacre perpetrated by Hamas.
At the time of his arrest, security forces confiscated substantial tactical training equipment and airsoft weaponry in his possession. Forensic extraction of his cellular device revealed extensive searches for combat manuals, as well as downloaded guides detailing the assembly and manufacture of improvised explosive devices.
Investigators further determined that Issa actively attempted to produce improvised explosive devices using various accessible compounds, even involving other individuals in these procurement and testing efforts. Upon concluding the joint probe, a prosecutor’s statement was filed with the Central District Court ahead of a formal indictment.
The Shin Bet security agency and the Israel Police stressed that they view any involvement of Israeli citizens in activities that endanger state security with the utmost severity, affirming their ongoing commitment to thwart domestic terror plots and bring perpetrators to full legal accountability.