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Council Head Shot, Israel Leader Condemns Attack, Suspect Arrested

5/18/2026

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Council head Suhail Melhem and his deputy were shot outside a wedding hall and taken to Galilee Medical Center, with Melhem in serious condition.
President Isaac Herzog condemned the shooting as a strategic threat to Israel.
Commissioner Danny Levi said the attack crossed a red line and ordered an uncompromising investigation.
Police deployed large forces, set up roadblocks, and began a manhunt.
Police arrested a suspect linked to the attempt.

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Council head Suhail Melhem and his deputy were shot outside a wedding hall and taken to Galilee Medical Center, with Melhem in serious condition.
President Isaac Herzog condemned the shooting as a strategic threat to Israel.
Commissioner Danny Levi said the attack crossed a red line and ordered an uncompromising investigation.
Police deployed large forces, set up roadblocks, and began a manhunt.
Police arrested a suspect linked to the attempt.