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Israeli Woman Indicted for Allegedly Supporting Hamas Online

1/17/2026

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Rania Dandan, a 51-year-old Christian Arab from Kiryat Motzkin, faces indictment for allegedly supporting Hamas and spreading propaganda online.
Shin Bet arrested her on suspicion of intentionally disseminating false information to instill fear among Israelis.
The Shin Bet says her actions were ideologically motivated and aimed at undermining Israel's security.
Dandan reportedly assisted in managing fake Hamas profiles globally, and authorities remain committed to combatting such activities.

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Rania Dandan, a 51-year-old Christian Arab from Kiryat Motzkin, faces indictment for allegedly supporting Hamas and spreading propaganda online.
Shin Bet arrested her on suspicion of intentionally disseminating false information to instill fear among Israelis.
The Shin Bet says her actions were ideologically motivated and aimed at undermining Israel's security.
Dandan reportedly assisted in managing fake Hamas profiles globally, and authorities remain committed to combatting such activities.