Sabah Al-Salem Haniyeh, the sister of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, has been indicted on charges of inciting terrorism in Israel. Israeli Police and Shin Bet arrested Haniyeh on April 1 in a joint operation.
The indictment alleges that Haniyeh used social media to spread messages inciting violence and hatred against Israelis.
Haniyeh’s arrest and indictment are part of a broader crackdown by Israeli authorities on Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups. In recent months, Israel has arrested dozens of Hamas members and confiscated weapons and explosives.
The indictment against Haniyeh is a significant development, as it marks the first time that a close relative of a Hamas leader has been charged with inciting terrorism. It is likely to further strain relations between Israel and Hamas and could lead to further violence in the region.
