'We descend with axes': West Bank mayor arrested for incitement against Israel

The arrest took place on February 19, 2025, following extensive monitoring of the mayor's social media posts.

Social media posts of man arrested for incitement in Bidya

Social media posts of man arrested for incitement in Bidya

(photo credit: Police Spokesperson )

ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

MARCH 6, 2025 15:52

Updated: MARCH 6, 2025 16:06

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