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USA02 April, 20261 min read

Nerdeen Kiswani Survives Firebomb Plot by Betar-Linked JDL 613

FBI and NYPD foiled a firebombing plot targeting Kiswani's home in Hoboken. Alexander Heifler, 26, of New Jersey, arrested in undercover operation.

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Nerdeen Kiswani Survives Firebomb Plot by Betar-Linked JDL 613
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Assassination Plot Foiled

Kiswani survived a firebomb assassination plot orchestrated by a Betar-linked JDL 613 Brotherhood member. The plot was thwarted by a joint FBI-NYPD undercover operation.

Kiswani has filed a federal lawsuit against Betar USA, accusing them of stalking, harassment, and civil rights violations. She was supported by Muslim women and Jewish allies who oppose the attack.

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Longstanding Zionist Violence

Kiswani contextualized the plot within decades of organized violence by a Zionist network. The JDL is classified as a terrorist organization by the FBI.

The accused belonged to a JDL 613 Brotherhood group inspired by these extremist roots. Speech supporting Palestinian liberation is protected by the First Amendment.

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Activism Amid Threats

Kiswani emphasized that she will not be silenced despite the threats. Within Our Lifetime has been accused of antisemitism by detractors.

Betar issued a statement denying threats but decrying Kiswani's language. The New York attorney general found Betar's members engaged in coordinated harassment and violence.

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