"Last night, an alleged member of the Jewish Defense League-designated by the FBI as a 'known violent extremist organization'-attempted to blow up the home of Nerdeen Kiswani in a chilling act of political violence and an apparent assassination plot."
"The defendant allegedly planned to flee to Israel following the attack. This comes amidst an alarming rise in threats and violence across the country targeting Palestinian human rights advocates."
"Let me be clear: We will not tolerate violent extremism in our city. No one should face violence for their political beliefs or their advocacy."
Alexander Heifler, 26, was arrested for allegedly planning to firebomb Nerdeen Kiswani's home with Molotov cocktails. The investigation began after Heifler discussed the plan on a video call with an undercover officer. He intended to flee to Israel post-attack. During a search, authorities found eight Molotov cocktails at his residence. Heifler is charged with unlawful possession of firearms and making destructive devices. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the act as political violence linked to the Jewish Defense League, labeled a terrorist organization by the FBI.
Read at Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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