# Journalist Abed Abu Shehadeh freed after five days in Israeli detention over interview

- Published: 2026-11-08T09:23:26Z
- Updated: 2026-11-09T04:07:15Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: Haaretz — https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/israel-crime/2026-11-08/ty-article/.premium/arab-israeli-journalist-abed-abu-shehadeh-released/000001a1-ba5a-dda4-adb7-bbdebb850000
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Abed Abu Shehadeh, who traveled to Qatar ahead of the election to interview former Balad MK Azmi Bishara, suspected of aiding Hezbollah, was arrested at his home last week. Police and the Shin Bet declined to seek an extension of his detention

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