Israeli police arrested three Hebron residents suspected of publishing social media content praising Friday’s deadly West Bank shooting, which killed two Israeli soldiers, Ron Yonatan Roytman and Yuval Shai Svilem. Authorities also allege the suspects expressed support for Hamas.

Investigators say the suspects circulated images of the attackers and shared messages and music celebrating their actions. One reportedly referred to the shooting as “Operation Hebron.” Security personnel tracked the online activity before conducting overnight raids.

Police said the posts included language portraying the attackers as heroes and defending their actions. Investigators also identified material allegedly encouraging armed resistance against Israel, including messages attributed to religious figures calling for Arab and Muslim forces to take up arms.

One suspect allegedly posted a religious message expressing hope for an imminent victory. Other content included lyrics praising combat against Israel’s supporters, according to police.

Following the investigation, officers from Israel Police’s Special Patrol Unit and the Judea and Samaria District searched the suspects’ homes. Mobile phones and computers were seized for examination.

The three suspects, including individuals aged 17 and 50, were taken to a police station in Hebron. They are being investigated on suspicion of incitement and supporting terrorism.

The arrests were part of a wider security operation launched by police and IDF troops after Friday’s shooting. Authorities are examining online activity to identify individuals suspected of encouraging violence, glorifying attacks, or supporting terrorist organizations.

Police said enforcement efforts against suspected incitement would continue, particularly when social media posts praise attacks against Israeli security personnel.

Separately, the shooting is being investigated by the Judea and Samaria District’s Central Investigations Unit counterterrorism team. Investigators are also looking into whether others helped plan or carry out the attack.