Israeli forces release Palestinian journalist Abou Shhadeh
Abed Abou Shhadeh says his detention was part of Israel's political measures 'to intimidate Arab society as a whole'.
Palestinian journalist Abed Abu Shehadeh was released from detention five days after his arrest by Israel's security agencies. The Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) and Israel Police apprehended Abu Shehadeh on Wednesday. No charges were brought against him, and his lawyers claimed the investigation was focused solely on a published interview with former MK Azmi Bishara.
According to Abu Shehadeh's defense team, the interrogation centered around the interview, which took place in Qatar, and did not uncover any additional allegations. The defense argued that the interview was a legitimate journalistic pursuit, addressing the Israeli election campaign and Palestinians. They also contested the characterization of Bishara as a "foreign agent."
Abu Shehadeh's arrest led to calls for his immediate release from three newly elected Jewish Democratic members of Congress, who expressed concerns about his detention and urged Israel to disclose any evidence if charges were filed, ensuring an open judicial process with full due-process protections.
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