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Man Arrested for Alleged Embassy Firebomb Threats

5/27/2025

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Joseph Neumayer, a 28-year-old dual U.S.-German citizen, was apprehended at JFK Airport after being expelled from Israel for allegedly planning to firebomb the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv. His online threats included incitements of violence against Americans and President Trump. If convicted, he could face a staggering 20 years behind bars.

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Joseph Neumayer, a 28-year-old dual U.S.-German citizen, was apprehended at JFK Airport after being expelled from Israel for allegedly planning to firebomb the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv. His online threats included incitements of violence against Americans and President Trump. If convicted, he could face a staggering 20 years behind bars.