Release of two German citizens detained on suspicion of photographing security facilities

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Two German citizens were arrested overnight outside Damon Prison on Mount Carmel, after prison guards noticed them photographing the entrance to the facility.

The Haifa Magistrate's Court extended the two men's detention until tomorrow, according to Israel Hayom. Later, the two were released, and according to Arutz Sheva, the court released them after they had been detained following the filming.

Judge Kantor ruled that no evidence was found supporting suspicion of espionage, and according to Walla, the court ruled that there is no prohibition on photographing the prison from outside. According to Ynet, the judge added: "There was room to exercise discretion."