Security case shakes 'Israel' as ultra-Orthodox arrested

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'Israeli' forces conduct overnight raids on ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods, arresting youths and religious students.
Case involves allegations of contact with a foreign agent; full gag order prevents release of details.

'Israeli' forces carried out surprise overnight raids in ultra-Orthodox Jewish neighborhoods, arresting young men and religious students suspected of involvement in a serious security case, Hebrew media reported. Authorities have imposed a full gag order on the case, preventing disclosure of any details.

Raids and arrests

The operation targeted towns including Modi’in Illit and Beitar Illit. Witnesses initially thought the raids were linked to draft dodgers from military service, but it quickly became clear the arrests were part of a separate security investigation.

Preliminary reports indicate the investigation is led by the Central Unit in the West Bank district, in coordination with additional security agencies. Suspects were transferred for intensive questioning, and authorities are expected to request extended detention in court in the coming days.

Gag order and secrecy

A Jerusalem court issued the gag order at the request of 'Israeli' forces, covering all aspects of the investigation: suspects’ identities, number of detainees, nature of the allegations, and any information that could reveal them. Future court sessions are also likely to be held behind closed doors.

Community reaction

Ultra-Orthodox communities in the affected settlements are on edge, as the scale of the operation and the severity of the allegations remain unclear. Authorities have not indicated when or if more information will be released, leaving residents and observers awaiting further developments.