Prosecutors are planning to indict a resident of the Arab town of Kafr Kanna who was arrested after posting an Iranian flag with a salute emoji to social media.
Police arrested the man in his home Saturday after receiving a report about his post — a stock photo of an Iranian flag accompanied by a salute emoji and “song of support,” according to police.
The song in question was “Illegal Life” by Turkish rapper Tomsyex.
A social media post appearing to express support for Iran during wartime, uploaded by a user from Kafr Kanna, who was arrested for his post. A prosecutor’s declaration against him was filed in court on June 17, 2025. (Israel Police)
The detainee was questioned by police investigators on suspicion of expressing support for and identifying with terrorist acts.
A prosecutor’s declaration was filed against him today, and his detention was extended by the Nazareth Magistrate’s Court.
State prosecutors are preparing to file charges against him in the coming days, police say.
“The Israel Police will act firmly against anyone who praises or identifies with terrorist organizations and enemy states, or glorifies their actions during wartime — whether online or elsewhere — in order to safeguard public security,” says a police spokesman.
On Monday, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir vowed that police would take a zero tolerance approach to “expressions of joy” over Iranian attacks on Israel.
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