Israel Frees American Linked to Extremists
An Arab-American accused of funneling money to Muslim extremists in the occupied territories was released from jail Saturday under a plea bargain.
Mohammed Jarad, 37, said his six months in prison would not break his determination to “continue his humanitarian funding.”
Israel detained Jarad and another Arab-American, Mohammed Salah, 39, in January and accused them of giving $600,000 to the outlawed Hamas organization. They were also charged with meeting with Hamas leaders.
Under a deal with military prosecutors, Jarad pleaded guilty to financially aiding Hamas, but the meeting charges were dropped.
Both men, who are from the Chicago area, deny Hamas ties.
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