Guide Note
In July 2008, Israeli authorities arrested six Arabs who allegedly plotted to attack President Bush's helicopter in January 2008. One of the students, Muhammad Najam, reportedly occupied a Hebrew University dormitory room that overlooked a helipad used by the President during a January visit to Jerusalem.1
Fast Facts
- Bush visited Jerusalem in January 2008
- Helicopter landed at Hebrew University's stadium1
- Six arrested in alleged plot to attack helicopter1
- Six allegedly attempted to create Al Qaeda cell1
- Najam allegedly searched online to find way to attack Bush's helicopter1
The Suspects
The six individuals arrested in the alleged plot include two Israeli Arabs and four Palestinians from East Jerusalem. The six suspects are Najam, Ibraham Na'ashaf, Yousef Sumarin, Anas Shwayke, Kamal Abu Kweidar and Ahmad Shwayke.1
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