Seven members of Hariri organization indicted for extortion, threats, planting of explosive devices

The Jerusalem Post reports on a significant victory for Israeli law enforcement with the indictment of seven senior members of the Hariri crime organization. This development is the culmination of a meticulous, months-long investigation that targeted a group engaged in serious criminal activities, including extortion, threats, and the use of explosive devices. The indictments detail disturbing incidents, such as the extortion of a Nablus resident for millions of shekels, with explosives planted when demands were not met. Similar tactics were employed against a victim in Nazareth. The collaboration between the Israel Police, Border Police, dog squad units, and the IDF highlights the comprehensive approach taken to dismantle such dangerous organizations. West Bank District Commander, Chief Superintendent Moshe Pinchi, issued a stern warning, stating, 'We will not allow the West Bank to become cities of refuge for perpetrators of crime or a place to implement and establish criminal terrorism.' This operation underscores Israel's unwavering commitment to maintaining security and combating organized crime that threatens both Israeli citizens and residents of the West Bank.

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We will not compromise in its “struggle against criminal organizations and any attempt to extort money, act violently, and inflict terror.