Mohammed Abu Khder

Abu Khder family sues son's killers for millions

Family of Arab youth demands millions of shekels in compensation from those convicted of his murder.

Yosef Ben-David convicted of murdering Mohammed Abu Khder

Jerusalem court finds Ben-David guilty burning Mohammed Abu Khder to death. Victim's father: 'They should destroy his house.'

Suspect in Abu Khder murder lights fire in Ayalon prison

Ringleader of gang who kidnapped and murdered Arab teen Mohammed Abu Khder lit fire inside Ayalon prison.

Abu Khder’s murderer ruled fit to stand trial

Despite early opinion to the contrary, Yosef Haim Ben-David determined to be mentally fit to stand trial.

Israeli prosecutors urge life sentences for Arab teen's killers

Prosecutors and family of Mohammed Abu Khdeir demand Israel's harshest punishment against two youths who participated in his murder.

Abu Khder murder: Two convicted, ringleader sent for evaluation

Two minors convicted of murder, 29-year-old who led the brutal murder sent for psychiatric evaluation before conviction.

Obama Staffers Meet Arab Boy Beaten by Border Policeman

White House National Security Council staffers took the unusual step of meeting in the West Wing with Tariq Abu Khder, 16.

Bereaved Father: Abu Khder Killed by Criminals, Not Terrorists

Ron Kehrmann, whose daughter was murdered in a suicide terror attack, dismayed over the adding of murdered Arab to list of terror victims.

Abu Khder Added to Har Herzl Terror Victims List

Family of Arab youth who was murdered by Jews reportedly does not want him honored alongside Jewish terror victims.

Israel Charges Police Officer with Beating Palestinian American

Border Policeman charged with beating the cousin of a murdered Israeli Arab after arresting him for attacking police officers.

Police: Fireworks Are the New Weapon of Choice for Rioters

Jerusalem police spokesman says Muslim Ramadan holiday began wave of riots, arrests; 130 policemen injured since June.

US Accuses Israel of 'Targeting' Murdered Arab Youth's Family

Two US citizens and cousins of Mohammed Abu Khdeir have been arrested since his death - at least one of them while engaged in rioting.

Indictment: Arabs Beat Jewish Driver, Demolish Car

Another incident of rioting after murder of Arab teen sparks attacks on Jewish driver, motorcycle driver in Judea-Samaria.

Education Minister Calls for 'Tolerance' Week

First week of school year to be dedicated to fight against discrimination, following Arab riots after Abu Khder murder.

More Arab Rioting in Jerusalem Thursday

Arabs in Jerusalem, Judea, and Samaria continued to riot, as a month-long period of unrest continued.

Arab Rioting in Judea, Samaria Continues; Nine Arrested

Unrest still snowballing behind 1949 Armistice lines, as police rush to apprehend violent Arab rioting.

Main Suspect in Murder of Arab Teen: Yosef Haim Ben-David

Three days ago, it was revealed that the main suspect is 29 years old, from the community of Adam.

Indictments Filed in Abu Khder Murder

New details revealed in Arab teen's murder Thursday, including a rough timeline of events - and that the suspects were related.

MK Yogev: Zahalka Spit on My Cellphone

MK Moti Yogev filed a complaint with the Knesset Ethics Committee against MK Jamal Zahalka, over the latter's name calling and spitting.

Main Suspect in Arab Teen's Murder is Mentally Unwell

29-year-old was arrested two years ago on suspicion that he tried to strangle his baby daughter and has been receiving treatment.

Jerusalem Light Rail Back in Service After Rioting

Stations from Givat HaMivtar to Pisgat Ze'ev back in service as repairs continue.

Fears of Renewed Rioting as Arab Youths Stone Bus on Road 65

Woman lightly injured in attack on major highway; police on high alert near Israeli-Arab communities, fearing rerun of last week's riots.

Fatah MP: Israel Leading to a New Nazism

An MP with Abbas's faction claims Israel is leading a new Nazism and that Arab teen's murder was like "Kristallnacht."

Policeman Suspended for Beating Rioter

Undercover cop was seen severely beating a Palestinian boy in Shuafat, whose relative was murdered.

Three of Six Suspects in Khder Murder to Be Freed

Court accepts defense counsel's arguments and orders the suspects freed. Remaining suspects to meet lawyers.

Abbas Compares Teen's Murder to Auschwitz

Palestinian Authority chairman on Abu Khder's murder: 'Shall we mention Auschwitz again?'

Suspected Arab Abduction Attempt Foiled near Jerusalem

15-year-old girl escapes two Arab teens who tried to convince her to board car near Abu Gosh, police track down and investigate them.

Murdered Arab Teen's Family 'Refused' Peres Visit

Abu Khder family refused presidential and possibly rabbinical visit as well, took Netanyahu's call 'by accident.'

Murdered Arab Boy's Dad Plays Politics with Jewish Teens' Murder

Hussein Abu Khder claims 'no proof' Hamas killed Israeli teens, refuses joint condolence call with Israeli families - then preaches 'peace.'

Operation Protective Edge

Hamas Vows to Continue Rocket Fire, Bloodshed

'There is no intention of calm,' Hamas spokesperson says, 'Israel will have to put Iron Dome on every Israeli home.'

Main Suspect in Arab Teen's Murder 'Mentally Sick'

Father of suspect says his son not involved, arrested for info; claims 'if main suspect did it, it's because of his psychological sickness.'

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Details Emerge in Arab Teen's Murder Investigation

Several of the suspects were involved in other crimes, court statements reveal; some have been sent for psychological evaluation.

Police: 220 Rioters Arrested So Far

Police have arrested 220 Israeli Arab rioters over the past five days of rioting; they're prepared for a sixth night as well.

Peres Vows 'Justice' to Murdered Arab Teen's Family

Shimon Peres expresses his 'shame' for Jews' alleged involvement in murder, states he will 'not compromise on justice.'

Families of Suspects in Arab Teen's Murder Fear for Their Safety

Rights organizations send requests to IDF to protect families, as chaos after murder of Arab teen continues.

Police: Dozens of False Kidnapping Reports in Recent Days

Police officers and a helicopter were dispatched to the Modi'in area Monday to check out reports that child was kidnapped by Arabs.

Attorneys for Six Murder Suspects Have Yet to Meet Clients

Attorneys for the six suspects in the murder of Mohammed Abu Khder demanded that police allow them to meet their clients.

Chief Rabbi Condemns Murder: 'Not the Way of the Torah'

Rabbi Lau sharply condemns murder of Arab teen after confessions made, calls on Arab leaders to stop escalation of violence.

Knesset Speaker Asks MKs to Cool Down Rhetoric

Harsh statements fan the flames of animosity between Arabs and Jews, warns MK Edelstein.

Arab Riots Made for TV (and Beware the Deceptions)

Arab MK Tibi Refuses to Call Teens' Murderers 'Terrorists'

MK Tibi insults radio host and hangs up when asked to denounce murder of three Israelis, defends violent riots of 'oppressed minority.'

Three Suspects Confess to Arab Teen's Murder

Suspects reenact murder for police, according to reports, after breaking down under interrogation.

PM Tells Father of Murdered Arab Teen: Justice Will be Served

Speaking to Mohammed Abu Khder's father Netanyahu vows 'justice will be served', says murder 'unacceptable by any human being'.

Rabbi Levanon: Death Penalty for Killers of Arab Boy

Rabbi Elyakim Levanon said that it would be proper to impose the death penalty on the killers of Mohammed Abu Khder.

Mayhem in Arab Towns Continues; 100 Arrested

Hundreds rioted in Tamra, Nazareth and Jerusalem. Police expect violence to continue into the night.

Nationalist Lawyer Blames Gov't for Arab's Murder

If Jews are behind the murder, says Itamar Ben Gvir, the government is to blame for its weakness in the face of terror.

Netanyahu Tells PA: Find Teens' Murderers, Like We Found Khder's

Israel does not distinguish between Arab and Jewish terror, says PM; vows Arab youth's murderers will be punished severely.

MK Regev Condemns Murder, But Says No Excuse for Arab Riots

Likud MK says 'murder is murder' regardless of ethnicity, but notes no comparable violence after three Jewish teens killed.

Peres Advocates Talks, Cease Fire Despite Attacks

President calls to fight Hamas after rocket fire escalates, but holds out for peace talks with PA as riots rage - and even a ceasefire.

Breaking news

Six 'Jewish Extremists' Arrested over Murder of Arab Teen

Arrests come as police sources say murder of Mohammed Abu-Khder almost certainly 'nationalistic' in nature.

Netanyahu Calls for Calm, Blasts Arab Leaders Over Riots

Prime Minister emphasizes 'hard line' against lawbreakers, warns Israeli Arabs that citizenship entails following the law.

Israel Investigates Charges Police Beat US Citizen During Riots

Justice Ministry investigates allegations police severely beat an American citizen taking part in violent riots in Jerusalem.

Cholent Saves Jerusalem Yeshiva from Terror Attack

Terrorists hurl rocks at unarmed yeshiva students near Old City Friday evening, eliciting an unusual means of self-defense.

US 'Troubled' by American's Beating by Police During Riot

Cousin of Arab teen murdered last week reportedly beaten during riots following his funeral after assaulting Israeli police.

Report: Murdered Arab Teen 'Was Burned Alive'

PA Attorney General claims Mohammed Abu-Khder was still alive when he was set on fire; victim's cousin arrested for attacking police.

Video and Pictures of Jerusalem's Destroyed Light Rail

Images capture the scope of damage caused by rioting, which will take months to repair; 'price tag' calls 'death to the Jews.'

Murdered Arab Teen's Mother Calls for Violent Revenge

Mother of 16 year-old Mohammed Abu-Khder supports increased violence against Israel, as it 'exercises Palestinian rights.'

Watch: Violent Arab Riots in Shechem Reveal Zero Deterrence

Video reveals rioting in Shechem just as bad as Jerusalem, Arab mob approaches IDF vehicles throwing rocks with no fear.

Police on High Alert in Jerusalem Ahead of Teen's Funeral

Temple Mount access limited, thousands of police officers deployed in Jerusalem after 48 hours of violent Arab rioting.

Hamas Editor Links Teen's Murder with 'Matzah Blood Libel'

Editor of Hamas's paper associates death of teen with the blood libel that Jews use blood of non-Jews for matzah.