Prosecutors say Muhammad Awad repeatedly tried to contact Hamas, researched explosives, and considered using a drone or guided missile to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

The Shin Bet and Israel Police said they view any involvement by Israeli citizens in activity that endangers the security of the state and its citizens with the utmost severity.

Mohammed Awad, 29, allegedly contacted Hamas seeking resources to advance terrorist activity and planned to harm National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir; prosecutors say an…