Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades
The Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades is an Arab-Palestinian terror[1] organization. Description:[2]
The al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade comprises an unknown number of small cells of Fatah-affiliated activists that emerged at the outset of the current intifadah to attack Israeli targets. It aims to drive the Israeli military and settlers from the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and Jerusalem and to establish a Palestinian state.
Activities
Al-Aqsa has carried out shootings and suicide operations against Israeli military personnel and civilians and has killed Palestinians who it believed were collaborating with Israel. At least five US citizens, four of them dual Israeli-US citizens, were killed in al-Aqsa’s attacks. The group probably did not attack them because of their US citizenship. In January 2002, al-Aqsa claimed responsibility for the first suicide bombing carried out by a female.
It's an armed wing of Fatah.[3]
The group takes its name from al-Aqsa Mosque.[4]
The mosque, located in Jerusalem atop what Jews refer to as the Temple Mount and Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary, is often used as a focal point for inciting anti-Jewish violence (“Backgrounder: The Battle over Jerusalem and the Temple Mount,” July 24, 2017). Muslim tradition holds that the Prophet Muhammad ascended to heaven from the site of al-Aqsa Mosque, whose name is Arabic for “the farthest place.” Many anti-Israel organizations and individuals often claim that non-Muslims in general, and Jews in particular, want to destroy, defile or harm the mosque—to upset the status quo. Many Muslim Arab rulers, particularly Palestinians, have used these claims—termed the “al-Aqsa libel”—to incite violence and terrorism. As such, the group’s chosen name not only reflects a claim to be the “guardians of al-Aqsa,” but is clear proof of an Islamist bent which runs counter to the frequent portrayal of Fatah as “secular” or nationalistic in the Western sense of the term.
Zakaria Zubeidi
Zakaria Zubeidi swung his career between ties to radical left in Israel and cruel terror acts against Israelis.[5]
2022
On Apr 7, 2022, an Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigade, [6] Islamic "Palestinian" terrorist targeted a bar in Tel Aviv, first murdering two,[7] injuring others,[8] a third victim succumbed to injuries later on.[9] It was widely condemned, Abu Mazen played it both, condemning and added in "context" his propaganda,[10] in fact, he rather incited about their Al-Aqsa.[11] Other elements in Fatah celebrated it.[12]
Attacker was caught hiding near Jaffa mosque.
Apparently he prayed at the mosque (on their Ramadan), went out for his bloody murder and returned to the mosque.[13]
The father of the terrorist who carried out the attack is an officer with the rank of akid (roughly equivalent to a colonel) in the National Security Mechanism, one of the security mechanisms of the Palestinian Authority.[14] This father, from the morning on, after the attack, went out and excites the crowd who came to congratulate him on his son's attack.[15][16]
Terrorist's uncles were among the first Fatah fighters.[17][18] Thousands of Arab "Palestinians" joined march in support of him. Public address systems, via mosques, called out, "Allahu akhbar," playing "nationalist" songs, and announcing support for the terrorist and the "heroic action" which he carried out in "Tel Al-Rabia," the Arab name for Tel Aviv, the Jewish city founded in 1909 on bare stretches of sand dunes near Jaffa.[19]
Finally, the military wing of the Fatah movement, led by Abu Mazen, claimed responsibility for the attack.[3]
The British The Guardian's (unsurprising) headline "Israeli forces kill (sic) Palestinian": caused a stir, only then it was removed.[20]
Racism
On April 4, 2011, actor Juliano Mer-Khamis, son of an Arab father one (of the founders of the communists party) and a Jewish mother, previously served in the army then in later life turned Anti Israel ardent critic was gunned down by five assailants. Cofounder of their controversial theater was Zakaria Zubeidi, previously chief of the Aqsa Martyrs Brigades. Mer-Khamis used to say he is 100% Palestinian and 100% Jewish. [21][22] Referring to a proclamation that was circulated calling for his assassination, he said: "It is disgusting and smells of violent and blatant racist stench. "After all the work in the camp, it will be very unfortunate to die from a Palestinian bullet." [23]
The Brigades was of the first to praise the Palestinian terrorist ramming attack (Jerusalem February 2023) hate crime - targeted Haredim who do not even serve in the IDF.
See also
Main group: Fatah
References
- ↑ Palestinian Terror Groups: Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades JVL
- ↑ Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade, FAS
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Dalit Halevi, Fatah's al-Aqsa Brigades claimed responsibility for the attack, INN, 08.04.22.
The military wing of the Fatah movement, led by Abu Mazen, claimed responsibility for the attack in Tel Aviv.
- ↑ Backgrounder: Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades, Sean Durns, Camera, May 7, 2019
- ↑ From Theater to Suicide bombings - Who are you Zakaria Zubeidi? - profile Maariv Online, Sep 6, 2021.
The terrorist, who was arrested only about two and a half years ago and has not yet been sentenced, has already gotten involved many times with the Israeli security forces before escaping from Gilboa Prison. And what is his connection to the Israeli left? CV of the famous terrorist operative. ... Since joining, Zubeidi has been responsible for a long series of terrorist attacks, including many in the Samaria area, such as shootings at Israeli cars, and finally a suicide bombing at the Likud branch in Beit She'an, in which six people were killed. Zabeidi opposed attempts to reconcile with Israel, and on several occasions chose to condemn the Hudna: "I understand what Arafat's eyes (whom he calls 'Abu-Amar') seek - to fight and not to stop." ...In his youth, he even participated in a theater workshop funded by Israeli left-wing activists. Following this experience, he set up a theater in the Jenin refugee camp called the "Freedom Theater" named after him. In 2012, he was arrested by Palestinian Authority forces on suspicion of attempting to assassinate Governor Jenin Kadura Musa ... In 2004, Zubeidi's name was linked to headlines in Israel, after the left-wing activist who converted to Islam, Tali Fahima, who was in a romantic relationship with him. Fahima even promised in interviews and various public statements that she would serve as his "human shield," and was even arrested by the GSS for trying to translate a highly classified document into Zabeidi, in order to save him from attempted assassination. Only in 2019 did the security forces succeed in arresting the terrorist, and on February 27 of that year, a GSS and YMCA force stormed a house in Jenin and arrested Zabeidi and lawyer Tarek Barghout from East Jerusalem. The military prosecutor's office filed an indictment against the two for their involvement in carrying out a number of shooting attacks in the area of the Beit El settlement. So far, Zubeidi's verdict has not been handed down, and he has been in the status of a security prisoner. - ↑ Assessment: The terrorist knew the scene of the attack in Tel Aviv, Calcalist, Apr 8, 2022.
The terrorist, Raed Hazem, lived in the Jenin refugee camp. He is identified with the al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades and has been in Israel without a permit. His entry into Israel was banned due to a security past.
- ↑ Childhood friends Tomer and Eitam were murdered at a bar in Tel Aviv: "There were the nails of the group, now everything is destroyed", Ynet, Apr 8, 2022.
One got engaged a month ago, the other started a new job: Tomer Morad and Eitam Magini, 27-year-old childhood friends from Kfar Saba, decided to go out for a bar at the "Ilka" bar on Dizengoff Street in Tel Aviv. The terrorist trembled and Hazam killed them by firing squad. "When they did not answer - we realized that the worst had happened," said a friend of the two who will be buried side by side on Sunday.
- ↑ Top foreign diplomats, envoys condemn ‘appalling’ terror attack in Tel Aviv, TOI, Apr 8, 2022.
Antony Blinken says US ‘stands resolutely’ with Israel ‘in the face of senseless terrorism and violence’ after 2 killed, numerous others hurt; German FM brands assailant a ‘coward’
- ↑ Tel Aviv attack: Death toll rises to 3 after man, 35, succumbs to wounds, i24, Apr 8, 2022.
- ↑ Omri Nahmias, Aaron Reich, [2], JPost, April 8, 2022.
The Palestinian Authority leader warned against Israeli settlers using the incident as an excuse to carry out attacks against Palestinians.
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Friday condemned the terrorist attack on Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Street that saw two Israelis killed.
The killing of Palestinian and Israeli civilians only leads to further deterioration, Abbas said, urging a return to stability amid Ramadan and the upcoming Passover and Easter holidays, according to the Palestinian news agency WAFA.
However, Abbas further warned against Israeli settlers ...
The PA president is one of many prominent international figures to react to the attack.
According to Army Radio, The Turkish Embassy in Israel said: "We condemn the terrorist attack in Tel Aviv and are concerned about the increase in the number of [violent] events in recent times. We send our condolences to the people of Israel."
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock condemned the Thursday evening attack, labeling the perpetrators "cowards."
"In yet another heinous terrorist attack in Israel, cowards attacked normal Tel Aviv citizens enjoying the evening before Shabbat," Baerbock tweeted. "We mourn those killed and grieve with their families. Our thoughts are with the injured and with the emergency responders who are caring for them."
"My solidarity is with the people of Israel, who have every right to live their lives free from terror and fear," tweeted German Ambassador to Israel Susanne Wasum-Rainer. "We stand by your side."
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken released a statement on Thursday following the terror attack in Tel Aviv. "Americans are, once again, grieving with the Israeli people in the wake of another deadly terrorist attack, which took the lives of two innocent victims and wounded many more in Tel Aviv," he said.
"Our hearts go out to the families and other loved ones of those killed, and we wish a speedy recovery to the injured," the statement reads. "We are closely following developments and will continue to be in regular contact with our Israeli partners, with whom we stand resolutely in the face of senseless terrorism and violence."
US Ambassador to Israel Tom Nides tweeted: “Horrified to see another cowardly terror attack on innocent civilians, this time in Tel Aviv. Praying for peace and sending condolences to the victims and their families. This has to stop!”
"[I am] appalled by another heinous attack this evening in Tel Aviv," noted UN special coordinator for the Middle East peace process Tor Wennesland, adding that he "Deplore[s] the welcoming of this attack by Hamas; there is no glory in terror. These acts must stop now and be condemned by all."
"I strongly condemn the terrorist attack last night in Tel Aviv, this being the fourth terrorist attack in Israel since end of March," noted Swedish Foreign Minister Anne Linde.
Dimiter Tzantchev, the European Union's ambassador to Israel, tweeted that he was "deeply worried" by the reports of the terror attack in Tel Aviv. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. The EU stands with Israel."
"Appalled by the latest reports from Tel Aviv, where innocent people enjoying a Thursday night with friends and family were targeted by gunfire," remarked UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss. "The UK stands with Israel and against this abhorrent violence."
Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg tweeted that he was "deeply shocked by the reports of another heinous terror attack."
He added: "In these dark hours we stand by the people of Israel."
"Poland in strongest terms condemns another deadly terrorist attack in Tel Aviv last night, which took the lives of innocent people," tweeted Polish Foreign Ministry spokesperson Łukasz Jasina.
"Attacks against civilians must stop immediately. We stand with Israel in these difficult days."
"Another shocking terror attack on innocent people, this time at Dizengoff St in Tel Aviv. It’s desperately sad to say it again: deepest condolences to the victims and their families and hopes that the injured recover quickly," tweeted Australian Ambassador to Israel Paul Griffiths.
The attack was the latest in a series of deadly attacks that began last month in Beersheba, Hadera and Bnei Brak. So far, 13 people have been killed in the attacks. - ↑ PA's Abbas condemns Tel Aviv terrorist attack while inciting about Al-Aqsa, ILH, Apr 8, 2022.
- ↑ Fatah Celebrates Terror Attack In Central Tel Aviv, Memri, Apr 8, 2022.
- ↑ Josh Breiner (@JoshBreiner) Tweeted:
Assessments in the defense establishment: The terrorist [at] Tel Aviv, went out to attack from the mosque in Jaffa - and returned to it after the shooting until he was killed this morning by the GSS. He apparently had an early acquaintance with Tel Aviv and Jaffa from illegal entrances in the past. Apparently prayed and went out to carry out the attack...
Apr 8, 2022 - ↑ Nurit Yohanan @nurityohanan Tweeted:
The father of the terrorist who carried out the attack is an officer with the rank of akid (roughly equivalent to a colonel) in the National Security Mechanism, one of the security mechanisms of the Palestinian Authority..
Apr 8, 2022 - ↑ Tel Aviv attack: Father of assailant praises son’s actions, i24 News, Apr 8, 2022.
- ↑ Nurit Yohanan @nurityohanan Tweeted:
This father, from the morning on, goes out and excites the crowd who came to congratulate him on his son's attack.
Apr 8, 2022 - ↑
Raed Fathi Zidane Hazem.. This is the name that is now running as the perpetrator of the attack... His uncle has already issued a notice of his death and claims he went the way of his uncles who were among the first Fatah fighters.
— Jack khoury.جاك خوري (@KhJacki)April 8, 2022.
- ↑ Ambassador Gilad Erdan גלעד ארדן (@giladerdan1) Tweeted:
The video below shows a celebration in Jenin after the terror attack in #TelAviv today. This shameful behavior must end. The Palestinian leaders must dismantle the terror infrastructure & fight incitement. Our security forces will find those responsible & end this wave of terror.
- ↑ Dalit Halevi, Thousands join march of support to home of Tel Aviv terrorist, INN, 08.04.22.
Expressions of joy and support in Jenin after name of Tel Aviv terrorist publicized. Terrorist's father: 'Victory will come soon.'
When the name of the terrorist responsible for the deadly Tel Aviv shooting attack became known, along with the location of his residence, public address systems were heard calling out, "Allahu akhbar," playing "nationalist" songs, and announcing support for the terrorist and the "heroic action" which he carried out in "Tel Al-Rabia," the Arab name for Tel Aviv, the Jewish city founded in 1909 on bare stretches of sand dunes near Jaffa. Terrorist Ra'ad Hazam was eliminated in Jaffa early Friday morning. According to security sources, he did not belong to any terror group.
The announcements on the mosques' public address system were called in the name of the nationalist and Islamic forces, among them the Fatah movement, to which Palestinian Authority Chairman Mahmoud Abbas belongs; and the Islamic Jihad and Hamas terror groups.
On one Telegram channel affiliated with Arab terror organizations, terrorist Ra'ad Hazam was called, "the lion of the [Al-Quds] troops," and his name was included in a list of 31 terrorists from the Jenin area "who defended Falastin in the past two years." Also included in the list is Bnei Brak terrorist Dia Hamarsha. - ↑ Assaf Oni, "Israeli forces kill (sic) Palestinian": The Guardian's headline caused a stir and was removed. And how does the attack cover the rest of the media in the world?, Globes, Apr 8, 2022.
European media today reported extensively on the terrorist attack that took place yesterday on Dizengoff Street...
- ↑ Actor Juliano Mer-Khamis gunned down in Jenin, Oren Kessler and Khaled Abu Toameh, JPost, April 4, 2011.
Prominent Israeli filmmaker and peace activist was the son of a Jewish mother and a Christian Arab father from Nazareth. Well-known actor, filmmaker and peace activist Juliano Mer-Khamis was shot dead in his car Monday in Jenin, the volatile West Bank city in which he made his home and founded the controversial Freedom Theater. A masked assailant shot Mer-Khamis five times from close range at the entrance to the theater, a Palestinian Authority security source said, adding that a woman who was in the car was lightly wounded... Mer-Khamis was the son of Arna Mer, a Jewish Israeli activist for Palestinian causes, and Saliba Khamis, a Nazareth-born Christian and one of the leaders of the Israeli Communist Party in the 1950s. The filmmaker’s maternal grandfather was Gideon Mer, a Lithuanian-born scientist who pioneered the study of malaria in Mandate- era Palestine. An uncompromising critic of Israel in later life, Mer-Khamis’s mixed parentage meant he spent much of his life straddling both sides of the Green Line. He was born and raised in Nazareth, the hub of Arab life in Galilee, but served as a combat soldier in the elite IDF Paratroopers Brigade and as an adult split his time between Haifa and Jenin... The Jenin refugee camp was the scene of one the fiercest battles of 2002’s Operation Defensive Shield after the IDF determined it to be the home of a “large and varied terrorist infrastructure” and the launch pad for a number of deadly suicide attacks. Mer-Khamis opened the Freedom Theater there in 2006... In a 2009 Reuters interview, Mer-Khamis attributed the opposition to a “ghetto mentality"” and “dictatorship of tradition” built up under Israeli occupation. One of the theater’s cofounders was Zakariya Zubeidi, Jenin chief of the Aksa Martyrs Brigades described in a 2006 Sunday Times profile as “chief strategist of suicide bombers in the camp Israelis refer to as ‘the capital of suicide terrorism.’”.. Mer-Khamis was an outspoken, often strident proponent of Palestinian rights and a fierce critic of Israel. “Armed struggle is legitimate as long as it’s against an occupier and is done on occupied land,” he said in a 2009 press conference at his theater... He consistently rejected the label of “Israeli-Arab,” telling Israel Radio the same year: “I’m 100-percent Palestinian, and 100-percent Jewish.”... - ↑ Note: The late “peace activist” Juliano Mer-Khamis advocated for the “peaceful solution” of replacing Israel with a “Palestinian” state. He believed that such a declaration of fealty to “Palestine” would endear him to the Arab denizens of Judea and Samaria. But then he announced: “I’m 100-percent Palestinian, and 100-percent Jewish.” Obviously, his murderers hated the Jew in him more than they loved the Arab in him. -- Mark Rosenblit, 2011
- ↑ Actor and creator Giuliano Mer was shot dead in Jenin Ynet Writers, Ynet, April 4, 2011.
A group of masked gunmen opened fire on the film and theater actor as he sat in his car at the entrance to the city, near the theater he founded there. In the past, he has received threats on his life due to his involvement in cultural activities in the refugee camp. In an interview with Ynet, he admitted that he feared for his life: "It will be very unfortunate to die from a Palestinian bullet" He added that he was taking precautions, "I'm not playing her a hero." Referring to a proclamation that was circulated calling for his assassination, he said: "It is disgusting and smells of violent and blatant racist stench. "After all the work in the camp, it will be very unfortunate to die from a Palestinian bullet."
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