A gag order was lifted permitted the disclosure of the arrests of four ‘Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine’ terrorists in May 2012 by the ISA (Israel Security Agency – Shin Bet). They were arrested before they could carry out any of their diabolical plans. One of the suspects was imprisoned and released by Israel. One of the victims is employed as a member of the PA (Palestinian Authority) security forces.

The terrorists allegedly planned to abduct settlers or soldiers towards negotiating the release of Ahmed Sa’adat, who is a senior PFLP official serving a life sentence for his role in the assassination of Tourism Minister Rechavam Ze’evi HY”D. They also planned to carry out shooting attacks. They suspects were indicted on Monday, 2 Elul 5772.

(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)