Haaretz exclusive: Hamas founder's son worked for Shin Bet for years

Good woman,you are living in a delusion.

Yousef's defection and his work wit Israeli intelligence to save live is very commendable. He realises that it does not pay to kill and maim innocent people for nothimg. Since he did it free, he deserves a Nobel prize.

Just why would someone who converted to Christianity, work for those who completely deny the prophethood of Jesus....and sometimes go on to call Jesus a false prophet? This man is really confused.

Looking back in the news I remember Hammas getting setback after setback and now I see why!!!Thank You Yousef! G-d Bless you in Yeshua the G-d of Israel revealed.

From the other side of the world, just in case you read this, Yousef, a heartly thank you, you will be in my prayers. Don't be afraid! the Lord loves you so much.

"But then, what happens when you control and oppress and invade and subjugate a people? They will inevitably turn towards religion." Yes, that is indeed what Hamas relies on -- controlling their people with a twisted version of Islam. Yousef has joined the ranks of others who were indoctrinated from childhood to hate, and after moving away (and embracing a religion that taught love, not hate) has spoken out (Shoebat and Darwish). He is brave and righteous and deserves support and respect.

There are a few smart humane insighfull NON fanatic palestinians that are aware of the true Israeli position-caring about ALL lives.As oppose to hamas that don't even care about their own

hassan you wrote: He came out from a faith that prohibits killing of women and children. Bull! If as you say the prohibition killing women and children,then how do you justify purposefully of Haniyeh,and Hassan the Hizb'who use women and children as human shields USING THEM AS CANNON FODER? What about Muslims killing each other,women and children too? You are being disingenuous and are A LIAR. Your Islam is a CULT and not a decent TRUE religion.It all began with the so-called PROPHET OF DOOM.And you are all going DOWN the plug sorry to inform. This young fellow chose the right way. You? seems you still live in the 7th century. I applaud his decision. If he was/is as bad as you seem to think,then what would have happened if he HAD CHOSEN JUDAISM HA?

So he saved many people and many people owe him their life.. Does he know that in that process he in fact sacrificed a lot more of his own people?.. is that bravery and heroism. He came out from a faith that prohibits killing of women and children and even cutting down trees even in war. He joined a group of people who had invaded his land, killed women and children of his own and cut down their olive trees. How can he be called a Hero when he is living far away in luxury and wealth (accumulated possibly from his treason to his own people), when his own people and family is going through hell.

It reminds us of the movie Taken, only that in this case he doesnt work as a prostitute but an informant so that he can afford his drug habit which they have got him onto in prison. Conveniently he has become a Christian so that the story gets another twist and most probably he will be assumed assasinated by Hamas in the near future so that no one knows the truth of this innocent son. A good Hollywood script.

Cool! Mosab hassan, wellcome to the christian FAMILIA!

Well of course Hamas gave the IDF negligible confrontation. Terrorizing non-combatants with rockets is so much easier. As for your "account" on Gaza not everything that the Goldstone Committee says is true. Then again, unlike you and Goldstone, I refrain from basing my opinions on hearsay.

Yosswef makes us Arab humanists proud.

WILL THE WORLD EVER HEAR WHAT THE SON OF A HAMAS LEADER HIMSELF IS SAYING AND STOP BEING BLIND? THERE WILL NEVER BE PEACE WITH THESE FUNDEMENTALISTS. IT IS MORE A RELIGION MATTER THAN ANYTHING ELSE. WHEN WILL THE WORLD UNDERSTAND THAT THE PALESTINIANS, ESPECIALLY HAMAS, HAVE KILLED MORE OF THEIR OWN PEOPLE THAN THE ISRAELIS EVER DID.

Why cannot Palestinians live in Peace and harmony with the Jews like the Blacks and the Whites in America? Look at the history of America and understand America's Today. What about the Whites done to the Red Indians in the past? We all still living in harmony. I think the Jews will bring prosperity and happiness to all people of West bank, East bank, Gaza if you give them a chance to do right. Despite all the differences in the past, the Red Indians, the Blacks, and the Whites has been working together to overcome all difficulties to become one voice and one nation under God. Isnt that beautiful? I hope that Fatah, Hamas, and the Jews would take the United States of America past as a good example live together and promote Peace and Prosperity intead of War.

# 39 m.an. Finally the Moderator saw through the curtain of hate,behind which,crouch wicked people.

And for having the courage to admit it. There are probably many in Gazastan who feel the sameand afraid to say it out loud. Oh we do hear them sometimes when they come out in the open through talkbacks at other Israeli news outlets. Bravo to you,and may you get the freedom you need and deserve.

Lavi while I agree and approve of this young and courageous Yousef.The story is not a new one I have read it quite sometime ago. I will await impatiently to read the biography. The Islamists need more like him,but alas although there are quite a few,they fear from reprisals to come out into the open to admit the errors made by theit likes.Particularely his fathe. Glad I came to read it,very happy too. May he continue to live in safety for ever.

Really appreciate comments from Linda Simon

It is a shame to have a Palestinian traitor.What is most disgusting is how Israel is jubilant over this.It seems that Israel is seeking legitimacy from-everyone and anyone,even from a traitor.

i agree. regards, cipora

I mean, if it hadn't been for the infiltration of the Hizbolla military and political structure at the highest levels Israel might have been defeated outright in the Lebanese war.

Dubai a backlash. Everyday a new revelation: One woman here.Another woman there. One man here.Another man there. Everywhere,a man,man,man ! And now the boomarang,bang,bang,bang ! What is Dubai trying to hide ? Her bankruptcy ? Or perhaps,what might become the greatest disaster of all times with the collapse of the 'tallest building' in the world. And all those beautiful islands built on sand,disappearing like a magic wand passing over them ? The folly of man knows no bounds.

It isn't about race, as some people would lead the masses to believe... it's about belief system. The world has gone mad. I thank G-d that there are those who are willing to risk their lives for what is right. Hopefully, Netanyahu does not bow to the pressure and release the murderers and attempted murderers that this man helped to take off the streets. Whatever happens, this man is a hero in this world and the next. May the LORD bless and keep you. DRS

but unlike you, i don't close my eyes to reality of what was done in gaza...or the special care the idf took to ensure that its ground assault was not witnessed by the media, even to the extent of forbidding its own soldiers from carrying cell phones and cameras...or afterwards, how it quickly silenced the soldiers who had begun to reveal what they'd witnessed. nor did i miss the news reports afterwards that mentioned its threat of diciplinary action for any others thinking of doing the same. but aside from all that, it doesn't take much thought to realize that the negligable amount of confrontation hamas provided, by the idf's OWN account, doesn't add up to the massive amount of destruction and casualties that took place during the ground assault. and my suggestion to you, is that you take a long hard look at yourself before you call anyone else a "sanctimonious hypocrite".

or a threat coming from you.

Is it possible that he was connected to some Palestinian network, and used the ruse of "being recruited" in order to penetrate Israeli intelligence? Israeli counterintelligence may use polygraphs and background checks, but you never know...

It is not about loyalties to this side or that side. He did what was right. That's courage.

Do you know what a troll is? No I am not talking about the mythical kind nor a fishing technique... You are the modern Internet Troll... This article shows what is wrong with the peace process (radical religious elements)... but yet again you choose to derail this talkback by trying to say it was only written to cause a euphoric applause for Israeli intelligence agencies and to shy away from the Dubai incident... Look at it this way, who was assassinated in Dubai? A Hamas henchmen one who was responsible for many Jewish deaths... You should re-read the article and if you love Palestine and are a true advocate for peace, then you should be encouraged that there are people brave enough to stand up to Hamas, and who actually want to live in peace with Israel...

I imagine his father had dealings with Israeli intelligence as well. Seeing as Hamas were supported by Israel early on. David Shipler, a former New York Times reporter, recounts that he was told by the military governor of the Gaza Strip, Brigadier General Yitzhak Segev, that the Israeli government had financed the Islamic movement to counteract the PLO and the communists. According to Martha Kessler, a senior analyst for the CIA, "we saw Israel cultivate Islam as a counterweight to Palestinian nationalism." Israel "aided Hamas directly, the Israelis wanted to use it as a counterbalance to the PLO (Palestinian Liberation Organization), " said Antony Cordesman, Middle East analyst for the Center for Strategic Studies. A wonderful thing are the Israeli intelligence services.

This guy is a hero to so many people he saved: arab suicide bombers, and innocent bystanders. As for you and your likes, only spew your venom here and around your own. i salute Mosab Hassan Yousef for his courage and honesty and help he gave Israel!

Many of us Palestinians are proud of him but we`re terrified to admit it. ‘All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing’

Your conclusions are the most logical so far, but they imply another "hand" which was able to organize the passports and other operational issues. The motive is also opaque as it appears to have eliminated a source of weapons for Hamas. Or, maybe, the world has changed more than we yet know?

"Try reading a wide variety news sources." Like maybe the headlines? Your rants have nothing to do with this man Yousef who has sacrificed his life to save the lives of Israeli citizens. May not be important enough for you to comment, but fortunately for civilized people, his contributions to humanity are more that you or I will ever be able to claim

"Wouldn`t it be surreal if Haniyeh, etc. were on S`B payroll?" - hey, you never know. Back in the 1940s, 50s and 60s the bulk of the leadership and member of the Communist Party USA were on the FBI payroll, including Gus Hall. Ditto the Ku Klux Klan. One of the bad consequences that might come from this fiasco is the exposure of deep penetrations into Fatah, Hamas, and Hisbollah.

Vanunu joined the wrong group of Christians. If he had joined the American Evangelical Christians, Vanunu would have been a free man today. Thank you Jesus! Yeshua I mean.

"What makes you think he won`t do it to Israel when the things get rough?" Because he's not serving "a people". He's serving humanity by saving human lives. Is this concept really so foreign to Islam and Palestinian supporters? Neither group is looking so attractive now with their silly comments here.

shlomo no one ever confused you with a palestinian

I would love to see how you apply your twisted logic to this...

Is this the reason you suggested "kill one Palestinian prisoner every day until they release Shalit". Was it for the love of god and humanity Petra?

See what the Power and Love of Jesus Christ can do!!! Jesus loves us so, no matter who you are, just as you are. He can change hearts. I think this brave boy will be rewarded in heaven. He will live forever just like anyone else who wants to be saved by Jesus from death, from hell, from sin. Glory to Jesus the Son of God of Israel. See Israeli, Jewish people: Christians are your friends. There are more Christian Arabs who are on your side and don't want to fight against you, you know it. God will never forget His commitments to you, but please give your heart and life to Him, you will be so blessed and truly happy! Thank you dear Mosab, our brother, may God bless you too, I hope your family will see the light too and be freed from the cold hate and evil. That other Arabs, Jews, just anyone will be free forever, free from pain, unhappiness, hate, bitterness, slavery of this world and will look forward to the return of Jesus Christ. Our King is coming very soon!

Hamas has been taking a beating lately, and Israel has not even had to lift a finger.

leftists are people who have sandals and lots of time. they walk around trying to feel good about their meaningless existances. when they find someone who will pay they to quack like a duck, they quack, with impressive passion. they dont have morals as morality is a relic of conservatism. they also dont abide consciences as that too is pre-secular concept. so in their intellectual ramblings they lead themselves further and further into deception and away from God.

He obviously doesn't want to keep what he did secret. The guy also converted out of islam, which is the absolute opposite of what the Leftists are now doing --drawn to and embracing Islam, Islamists and the attendant genocidal terror. He saw the light; when or when the 'do-gooders' of the toxic Left will see it too?

for the progressive thinkers, there is another good example: Shiraz Maher a convert to non violence http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/guest_contributors/article2241736.ece all muslims and decent people will have to embrace non violence, and the restored dignity of the Palestinian, Iraqi, Iranian and Afghan people will make it easy to leave in peace. we can then retire the mossad.

admit it.

You have immense courage and conviction, I offer you a sincere thank you. I hope one day to have your courage and conviction. I know I have some of it, but not nearly in the scores that you do. A True Thank You For Saving Innocent Lives, You are a shining light to the world, to the goodness that is humanity. Please Procreate and pass on your wisdom; the world could certainly use more of your stock. sincerely, Eli from Toronto Canada alwayslearning@live.ca

When you were in Israel TOMY, did Palestinians have the right to vote for a government of their choice? Did they have the pride of nationhood? These are rights you Zionists claim for yourselves but deny the Palestinians. You do it by three means: settlements, settlements and more settlements. (Those were being built while you were there sunbathing on the beach.) Give Palestinians freedom either as a genuine state or as equal citizens of a binational Israel-Palestine. Until they have justice, Israel will have no peace. BTW, I should have said in my earlier post that I abhor suicide bombings aimed a killing civilians.

Let him take up asylum in the UK so he can tell the world the rest of his story and who started the nuclear arms race in the Middle East. Mordechai Vanunu could singlehandedly prevent WWIII, saving the world perhaps millions of lives and trillions of dollars.

That's absolutely correct, Tina, but you can either ask for it, or wait for it. And honestly, I prefer to wait for it..... And very much so !! :)

I have not said one thing about the actual killing of a man who was an enemy of Israel. He did what he did and died for it. Fair enough. No criticism of the hit at all. What I have criticized is that the cost/benefit of the operation was an immense harm to Israel in exchange for very little. Those who were eagerly denying any Israeli involvement now are reduced to accusing anyone who questions the operation of being pro-Hamas and hypocritical. My initial take was that the operation was so badly bungled that it might well have been a false flag operation intended to implicate Israel. As details emerged it became clear it was just a fiasco. How many of you notice that Sultan Abu al-Aynayn had been recalled from Lebanon? How many read of his denial that security had anything to do with it, that he was coming home for 'family reasons.? How many know who Sultan Abu al-Aynayn is and what he had been doing in Lebanon? Why? Pay attention folks. And forget the rabid denial syndrome.

Goldstone a Zionist? Ha! That's like Ronald Reagan always saying that he was "middle of the road." BTW, I'm happy to disappoint you that we have no plans to march into the sea.

But did you notice that Syria had arrested and extradited a Hamas officer involved in the Dubai attack? Or the two PA officers arrested and extradited by Jordan as suspects in the Dubai operation? Dubai has revealed penetrations of Hamas and the Palestinian Authority. Which will inevitably harm the ability of Israel to deal with both forces. A sever strategic casualty. The ra-ra story is very nice. But it can't offset the damage being done.

"Mark, never hear from you when hamas and others kill civilians in israel. " - lome You must not pay attention then lome. One of my biggest complaints in the last 5 years is that Israel keeps taking action which helps Hamas. I am quite hostile to the organization, though I lack, it seems, the mindless right-wing ardor deemed necessary by those incapable of seeing information and formulating analysis.

Try reading a wide variety news sources. There is a LOT of information out there that doesn't make it into the Haaretz English online edition.

If the Pal's listen to Yousef, and the Zionists to Ilan Pappe (both denounce the evil on their own side) ... there would be peace very soon!

Oh really!!! saved hundreds of Israeli lives? most likely responsible for the death of thousands of palestinian lives as a result

Dino, overall I see that you are trying to be balanced in your judgement... However, you still have that something that will not let you conced that Israel is up against an "opponent" (to be in line with your thinking)that has no interest in Peace. As for your comment to Cippora: True, all Moslems are not terrorists.... But so far all terrorists are Moslems... By the way, did you find the book: STARTUP NATION...?

Nasrallah, Assad...?

We know that every time some jihadi murderer sets off a bomb that indiscriminately rips women and children to shreds, the "good Muslims" condemn the act and take out public statements in newspapers disclaiming any connection with the murderer and the religion of peace. Whether these statements of innocence are sincere or just for show is a matter of debate; we can agree, though, that they are totally ineffective. However, here is one Muslim turned Christian who instead of just spouting empty words, actually took some action, dangerous as it was, to prevent murder and mayhem. Will he be proclaimed a hero of peace in the Muslim world? Will there be streets named after him in Syria and Iran? "Not all Muslims are saints, but most of us aren`t cruel, explosive totting fanatics, uncapable of co-existence with other people"

1. He saved Hamas lives by stopping suicide bombers 2. He saved Israeli lives from attacks 3. He prevented more bloodshed by helping to eliminate Hamas threats before they escalated 4. He is a devoted Christian, he did not do this for money 5. He is educated 6. He is brave to point out that Islamic beliefs and sharia are not consistent with peace and human rights 7. His conversion was something deep and profound that came from inside him, educating himself on different religions and seeing the terror that Hamas commits in the name of religion (against the Israelis and other Hamas members) See: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,402483,00.html 8. He is not a traitor to a cause but an enlightened individual He is a true hero and man of peace. I hope he speaks out against Islam more frequently.

Mosab Yousef apparently saved hundreds of lives through his efforts in helping the Shin Bet and should be honored as a hero. I see that the Israel bashers posting here don't know how to respond to this man's heroism which goes against their world view, so they try to insinuate that he was paid to work for Shin Bet and to convert to Christianity. Did it ever occur to you people that he saw what Hamas was really like and wanted to save innocent people from being brutally murdered in suicide bombings or that he converted to Christianity out of his genuine beliefs and not through coercion or being paid off? He's a hero, not a traitor.

Don: "The things he said are very strange, and the whole story just doesn`t really seem too "human"... It is possible that Israel has figured out a way to brainwash this boy while he was in prison..." Is it absolutely inconceivable to you that an Muslim Arab hasn't behaved in the way you have come to expect all Muslim Arabs to behave? This man, Yousef, is an individual, with his own motives for doing the things he does, and thinking the thoughts he thinks. Aside from your racist stereotyping, your attitude is very typical of someone who has no first-hand experience with Israel, Palestinians, or the conflict in general. Everything to you is black and white. Go to Israel, to Palestine, and you will find out plenty of things that will make you uncomfortable and will challenge you every notion of "right" and "wrong". If you are unwilling to make this trip, cease your ignorant postings.

I Totally agree with you well said

you write about did not exist before they unleashed waves of terror against Israel .I was there when we could walk to any Arab WB towns and they were free to came to sunbathe on TA beaches and have well paying jobs anywhere inside Israel . So all security measures became necessary for a reason . Did I make it clear enough ?

to work for Shin Bet. ;)

Those Arabs who are in the leadership positions in Hamas, Fatah etc are not poor at all. Most are very rich. There is a sizable community of their children studying in the USA especially in San Francisco's Pacific Heights area. Some spend money like water. Wouldn't it be possible that this man realized that sending suicide bombers or launching rockets to kill innocent civilians is a bad thing and wanted to do something about it? Only he knows. What you and I say are only speculations. Enjoy your Kumpir at Ortakoy. Iyi geceler Mehmet.

Would be a great read if done honestly and thoroughly.

well i suppose not everyone is like you, stay in your safe switzerland and take as many insurances. but death is for everyone

So this Goldstone fellow, luminary Zionist chap, and eminent trustee of the Hebrew University found out that Israel may have committed countless crimes against humanity in Gaza. What a tough thing for you to find

Wow. What an incredible story. What an incredible and inspiring man. Thank you! And may G-d bless you!

don't misunderstand Mr.Yousf, he looks to the israelis and the arab the same because they use violance to solve their conflict although the palestinians are more violent. thus, he reflects the real chistain who is as a candle which shows its effects all around. i would like to say don't exploite his words politically and be too happy. learn from him to love peace and behave peacefully

It's a shame that the intelligences services, the newsreels, and the man himself, has brought this story to light. Some things are better left unsaid; this will cause greater damage than good. It is time to put down arms, entirely, and seek through peacefull means, one state for all, wherein all resouces and heritage are share and ejoyed equally, and all men are equal under the law.

So you can give first-hand accounts on Gaza? Probably not sanctimonious hypocrite.

So this guy prevented Israeli children from dying in horrific bus explosions. What a tough thing for you to find out.

The things he said are very strange, and the whole story just doesn't really seem too "human"... It is possible that Israel has figured out a way to brainwash this boy while he was in prison (consider that the US and several other countries have looked into the issue of brainwashing extensively in the past, apparently to no avail... and these attempts are well documented). How mechanicallly this person "saved Israeli lives" everyday, how simple to convert... to work with Shin Bet.... to still have the trust of his family and his community... to actually say things like "Israel doesn't do these kinds of things" Baffling... but several points may just prove that Israel has perfected brainwashing, with this guy having had been it's perfect experiment... And I hope no one thinks that Israel doesn't conduct experiments of the sort ;)

As always the excuse of we have no partner for peace. so they create figures in order to promote that views. infact israeli settlements are easy showcase to show that israel never intended its peace. and never will.

Thank you Youssef! you have done also a great service to the palestinians, because what they lack most is criticism from within and "dissidents" like you. It is only upon this that a possible palestinian state can be peaceful. But once again it points out the sad fact: that it is Islam which makes peace impossible. Islam and Islamism have the same relationship like Alcohol and Alcoholism. Sadly...

Someone is not happy that this son of Hamas founder saved lives. Linthwaite is livid at these revelations, calling the Hamas source a "brat", instead of a lifesaver, and exhibiting a most sarcastic tone. Perhaps comfy Chris all the way over there in the UK wouldn't have minded seeing a few more Israelis blown to bits by Hamas, instead. Sick stuff, Chris. That you can not celebrate the thwarted murder by these right-wing religious Hamas crazies is beyond me. So much for being progressive. Instead you lament the harm done to the Hamas fascists,

According to the article,Youssef contributed to the prevention of dozens of suicide bombings and assassination attempts on Israeli figures. Those suicide bombers might have caused the lives of babies,children,elderly people. But as these lives saved were those of Israelis (i.e.Jews),the usual Israel-bashers (yes,those who whin when a Palestinian baby is placed by his/her parents in the middle of a battle to be killed by the fire so the parents can accuse "the cruel Israel") call him a traitor.

So for your part, you would welcome this guy's death? And who do it on you're part? He saved lives, and until Palastinians learn to love life, not death, there will never be peace.

First of all he was about saving lives of innocent people and stopping terrorists from doing it. Thank you and bless your heart - you chose the way of eternity ...

In this case, Israel needs to keep strengthening their armed forces and atrtack whenever threatened. Any nation under the same circumstance would do the same, if not worse. Look at what the Europeans with the help of the Roman Catholic Church did during WW2: http://www.jpost.com/Features/InThespotlight/Article.aspx?id=169378

There should be more like him. He speaks the truth, even if it's hard for Israel-haters to swallow.

if this story is true, he's a great soul in our time, risking his life for others. Israel will always commend such people and not butcher them life Hamas would.

we don't like people who betryed their own people even to help us.

Whatever he was paid as an advance on his book I would advise him to do two things with it. 1) beef of his security and 2) spend it as fast as possible. The quotes attributed to him in this article sound like someone who has been seriously brainwashed. God only knows what was done to him. He is now a pariah throughout the Middle East, the opposite of the shoe throwing Iraqi. Yousef will be lucky if shoes are the only thing that comes his way.

Caïn = avenges 7 times (Gn 4:15) ; Lamech 1 = 77 times (Gn 4:24) ; Lamech 2 = 777 (Gn 5:31) This series of numbers : 7, 77, 777 show how exponential the violence is for those who use it. These people obey their reptilian brain (the snake). To te able to stop the course of violence shows that one obeys his conscious and of course, if that man is Christian, he obeys Jesus : Mt 18:22 : "forgive 77 x 7 times". Will zionists be able to do as well ?

If yousef could only actively promote his position..imagine him on Al Jazeera debating a Hamas hardliner...This is what Israel needs as much as anything in the court of world opinion ....

So Cipora, when a guy turns from Islam, a cruel religion in your eyes(shows just how one sided and narrow your world view is), betrays his family, people and country in favor of Israel; he is to be praised? I wonder, what is your opinion of Mr. Vanunu? Is he a hero to the world, having warned us of a nuclear threat coming from Israel? Or is he a traitor of ill repute, self-hater, member of the fifth column, anti-Jewish perhaps? World is not all black and white, dear Cipora. Not all Muslims are saints, but most of us aren't cruel, explosive totting fanatics, uncapable of co-existence with other people. That kind of behaviour is mostly result of sixty or so years of oppression in your region. Same thing with Israel; it is not a nation that can't do no right, but it is not a nation that can't do no wrong, either. So, don't be prejudiced towards others. Try to look a problem from all sides and angles, and get to know those that are different from you and your religion.

Yousef says he would like to be serving in the IDF. Are there any Christians serving in the IDF? I have known a number of Messianic Jewish Christians in the US that say they would love to move to Israel and serve in the IDF. Who can tell me/us how realistic that is?

Well, the "little prince" may not have lived through the holocaust, but his case seems to prove theres evidence he should receive honours accordingly to the "righteous amongst the nations". May he been blessed...

"one of your pepoele[sic]" CJK What, an atheist? Like I said, 'introspection'.

"western stereotypes that muslims are violent". Where there's smoke,there's fire.Where there's muslim,there's violence.From the far east to NY, and from Denmark to south Afrika.It is the Muslims and their friends that are stereotypes the Jews,just look at their daily media.There was no occupation prior to 1967 but a lot of terror so don't you use that excuse again.What was the excuses in 1948 or before that?

i feel sorry for this fool poor man. how can he chose to choose money, and left behind his belief and his religion. what a coward fool man

One man who will be viewed as a traitor by his people is not worth getting all happy-clappy about. One swallow does not make a summer and as Shakespeare might say you damn him with praise. Better to make real peace with all the millions who DONT think like him or act like him. They are the people who really count in this conflict.

Betraying his own people, colluding with the occupiers and oppressors - and praised by Israelis. You will find people like him in all conflicts, at all times. Not big news, really.

Yor CIA that have attempted to kill state leaders,more than once.They work with criminals(the mob),an totaly incompetent.They are a bigger disaster for the US,and the idiots and morons in the white house base their foreign policy on information from them.

A Palestinian hates himse, SO WHAT?!!!

yousef is waned to enjoy his days as if each would be his last day.

"He is a traitor not a hero......didn`t do it for money? Then how is he covering his expenses in California" Well Frank many people make money by getting a job and going to work every day. What makes you think that he is not working? Or do you feel that immigrants don?t work they only take money from the government?

one of your pepoele decided to leave islam, embrace christianity and turn to another people. he woke up to the extreme cruelty practiced among his people and his conscience was stirred.

Strange story.If proved to be correct I spet at him.It is good to be human and must be so and also good to save lifes,but should not be limited to the Israeli ones.The relatives of those who lost dear ones to them must leave no chance to catch him and put him in a cage and feed him with only grass and rotten fruit and vegetable because he is no different than an animal.He must stay in the cage until de dies.

This is observed mainly in people who have a weak character. Israel is rich, powerful, tyrant. Palestinians are poor, weak and victims. So for a Palestinian with a slightly weak character the Israelis are what they would wish to be. You can see the same sort of weakness in character in some Soviet citizens who despised russianness and wanted to be Americans and serve CIA. The same thing. Mainly stems from inferiority complex that sometimes leads to change of religion, change of dressing, an effort to change the accent. Some people try to climb up in social classes and they love to hate their own relatives, the same thing. Israelis call this guy a hero, well let them call a sick guy a hero.

The timing is perfect Mr. Avi ,but the story is in doubt !

I will not bash this guy because he betrayed his people. Who knows what his reasons were. But I will say this to all those praising his loyalty to Israel: once turned, can be turned again. Once a betrayer, could be again. Last and mos important: loyalty bought is not loyalty earned. Remember, before you go praising the guy to the Heavens, he betrayed his own father, his own flesh and blood. What makes you think he won't do it to Israel when the things get rough?

So Shin Bet provides a nice little story to sow dissent in the ranks and thus prevent a Palestinian Unity Government?

It must be a wonderful feeling.You are a truly great man, Yousef.

1. I think, that it isn't true 2. If it is true, pays title :o)) 3. We very good know christian zionists - they are far wors than jewish zionists too...

"Why are so many of the same posters now lavishing praise on him here unable to see what caricatures they have become. How prejudiced and incapable of introspection they are." Works both ways, Roo. You're quite the caricature yourself - pissed off like the rest of the usual gaggle of Israel-bashers because of this story.

What a story. This man is a rtue inspiration.He should be given the highest medal available in Israel. Imagine how many lives he saved.

It's clear that Israel haters don't mind Jews being blown up, but they also don't seem to care about muslims being turned to burning flesh in suicide bombings.

An outstanding example of civilian courage, hope that it can serve as an example for both sides in this conflict. // Jan

An outstanding example of civilian courage, hope that it can serve as an example for both sides in this conflict. // Jan

A traitor like Mosab Hassan Yousef is always traitor, a person who never remained loyal to his own people or his own family, he can never be loyal to others? He feels pain of few Jews who died but he has no pain when his people die with whom he has blood relationship? is it not surprising? This ditcher will ditch even Jews when time comes.

and he was passing information to the 'enemy', he would be condemned and ridiculed as a 5th columnist and traitor. Obviously. Why are so many of the same posters now lavishing praise on him here unable to see what caricatures they have become. How prejudiced and incapable of introspection they are.

and he was passing information to the 'enemy', he would be condemned and ridiculed as a self hater and traitor. Obviously. Why are so many of the same posters now lavishing praise on him here unable to see what caricatures they have become. How prejudiced and incapable of introspection they are.

Evangelical George Bush used Biblical prophesy in an attempt to gain French President Jacque Chirac's support for the Iraq invasion 2003. Evangelicals/televangelists (not *Christ*ians) stood shoulder to shoulder with Bush and the architects of war in the Middle East.

"Oh well. I guess he needs to tell himself something along those lines." Oh well. I guess you need to tell yourself something along those lines.

for those poor souls fleeing Islamic terrorism.

It has been a bad week for hasbara. Israel is slowly losing its magic touch in respect of the US media. Cast Lead and now Dubai have done a lot of damage. Wheel out a collaborator and show the people of Israel that all is well. If he says Israel is the best friend of the Palestinians, surely he is right. You must be really desperate, Israel.

shows you how far from reality too much blogging can get you.

May your message be heard and go to the hearts of all of us, may your example be followed, and you efforts be recognized, rewarded and honored. May your words not be smeared, and your deeds stand like a shining light. Amen.

Well it's good he's saved lives. Though he's also helped split up families by sending Pals to prison for decades. The life of a traitor's a difficult one. Obviously 99 per cent of Pals will now loathe him. And Israel's fans while happy to post Kol Hakovods on here, won't hugely care about him, because ultimately he is what he is and he's not some Jewish hero. Quite a lonely life for him, which I guess is why he's publishing now. Wants to try to justify himself and get some attention. Seems a shame he couldn't have fought extremism within Pal society rather than by betraying it. And it seems a shame now he can't balance justified criticism of Hamas with some criticism of Israel. Even Israelis know they're not perfect. It would help him be more credible.

Praise this hero, friend of Israel. Loyal friends of Israel come in all colors, races, and religions.

I was only giving Mr. Yousef some friendly advice, as I regularly do to my Israeli friends.... ....I just would wanna hope, that he will listen to it a bit more carefully, than they do..:) In his very own best interest.

Righteous dude.

Christians always manage to make themselves appear better, deeper, fairer... It's the partaking in the Lord's gloriole which is shimmering around our unique individualities.

At least i will know??

It continues to amaze me that someone who helped save lives is ridiculed on this site. I rarely find this on any other Israeli paper site. Why is it that Haaretz attracts these comments? IHOPE YOU CAN ALSO INCLUDE MY COMMENT.

"Hamas cannot make peace with the Israelis. That is against what their God tells them." Such hogwash. Peace existed between muslims, christians and jews for centuries, just fine. Look at Andalucia, or when Saladin regained Jerusalem. This is silly propaganda meant to reinforce western stereotypes that Muslims are violent. Why doesnt this loser look at how Israel continues to illegally grab land, demolish homes, suspend Arab residency in Jerusalem, build more illegal settlements and use most of the water in the WB to fill their swimming pools. Are these the peaceful acts the more peaceful side does?

Hamas best friend and helper of Israel.

I hope Israel continues to protect him. May Hashem continue to protect this courageous man.

Why didn't Shen Bet come out with this before..What's so important now? TATA

Thank you Yousef, you are a true hero and a wonderful human being. To all the monsters threatening to kill this beautiful person, you do nothing but prove him right about all of you.

Is Yousef injecting or inhaling? We hope his stay in America is short. Our country deserve better!

Who gave him residency to live in America? Israel's informants and spies should not be placed on our soil, especially after the Dubai fiasco. We want no part of this cycle of revenge.

Yousef has. And he'll be rewarded by his Father in Heaven for doing so.

yousef's book should be required reading for the entire far left.

yousef's book should be required reading for the entire far left.

If you listen to him talking, you will know this poor kid is mentally disturbed. I feel sorry for his family they should try to admit him to a clinic in CA for treatment. At least he will be save there. It is interesting how he was able to get Visa to the US so easily with his record. I think if he found himself as a Christian, that?s good for him, but it is not nice to bad mouth Islam (beautiful religion) as there are millions of people converting to Islam every year.

He's a dead man!

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Mosab+Hassan+Yousef&x=14&y=20

Check Amazon under his name.

Superjew got it right, looks like most of the career anti-Jews are caught off guard here. Just a couple of weird, weak squawks from Lincoln and Dino, even dumber than usual. Others will be back around. They'll stew in this awhile and try to think of something juicy! Ignorant, hateful slobs.

This man is the real extremist, a religious zealot who has adopted the ideology of those who oppress his people. Claiming that Hamas is never to be reasoned with because of 'their god' is tantamount to justifying a religious war. Hamas has proven to be practical and pragmatic, even if they have a strong Islamic foundation - which I disagree with. But then, what happens when you control and oppress and invade and subjugate a people? They will inevitably turn towards religion.

Amazing how all of the Israel bashers are in such denial about this article which is not breaking news by the way. This was first reported by FOX News in 2008. These leftists are so angry because this man saved Israeli lives that they can not fathom it. Posts by Pal, Nite Owl and Swiss suggest that this man should be killed for his actions! Poster Colin Wright can't believe that someone actually helped out the Israelis! Typical anti-semititsm. So full of hatred; sad just sad.

Are you going to use him to play a game or are you going to finally come to some agreement with Abbas so we finish this conflict. I listened to some former airplane hijacker tell an Arab TV Reporter that the Palestinian Street would tear Abbas to pieces if he went into negotiations with Israel. That woman should be arrested. Why doesn't Abbas do it? Throw the extremists on both sides into jail so they don't hurt any of us. Forget about making money in Real Estate selling the PA land to overseas Jewish People. That is unless Abbas and Fayyad and Dahlan fail to make good on settling the conflict. Religious People that think everybody that are not in their tribe are infidels are crazy. A murderer is a murderer. A thief is a thief. A rapist is a rapist. Etcetera! Stop acting crazy and manipulating people in different ways all of you. All of you People in the Middle East. Everybody is equal. If you are aware of anybody that intends to hurt innocent civilians, you rat them out!

Someone who's lived in the West Bank, someone brought up with Islamist indoctrination, someone taught to hate Jews from birth, and turns it all around to save lives. What a bitter pill for the Arabists and libero-fascists. BTW Superjew, I think that you left Maureen Ann and Dino off your list.

"Let Mosab Hassan Yousef go back to Ramallah" You mean, so he can be disemboweled in public?

The art of being a double agent is useful. You get useful intel from your enemies and can help your friends while at the same time get rid of your eniemies in a non lethal manner. Make them redundant. I am sure he enjoyed both. It is sometimes useful to be the informant. I dont think this was a one sided business.

Sorry to burst your bubble but this had already been reported by FOX News in 2008. LOOK IT UP!!!

Why is this breaking news? FOX news already reported this in August 2008!! http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,402483,00.html Can't wait to see what all the Israel bashers will have to say. lol

This article is very typical of the Israeli Government, use the guy for your goals then screw him by havng the story out. Does anyone think this guy is going to live to see his next birthday now?????? I don't excatly see this as the adequate response for the huge favour he did the Israeli nation.

The salient difference between cultural Christians and true converts. A clarity of good and evil and the sanctity of human life. I loved listening to his testimony on US Media television. May our Heavenly Father richly bless him and all other Palestinians like him.

i'd love to know how much he's REALLY made with all this, let's face it, pro-israel propaganda. "israelis would never do such things"? maybe not in QUITE the same manner, yousef, they do it in a different and less conspicuous way; that's all. it's really too bad that you weren't in gaza during operation cast lead.

Rather than use his platform as the Prince and his father's influence to bully his way into the leadership of the new guard of the Islamist thugs, Yousef had a conscious and his humanity told him to save lives rather than help contribute to others' demise. The usual detractors on this comment board will label him a "traitor", "Benedict Arnold", or "opportunist" merely because he chose a path favorable to Israel. They seem to be implying that truly "loyal" Palestians should embrace endless warfare against Israel, murder of their civilians, martyrdom, and an all-encompassing hate-filled worldview based on revenge and destruction. Yousef simply liberated his mind to think beyond indoctrination and mobilization for jihad, to decide as a human being Also you should be curious as if to he could ever openly live as a Christian convert from Islam in Palestinian society rather than have to flee to California (a move that preceded the public awareness of his role in the Shin Bet)

This man truly has the spirit of Jesus the Christ. His is a walk of supernatural proportions.

He must be one of those self hating Palestinians. Hope the traveling hit squad has no trouble finding him.

Believe me, you would rather not wanna be there now, better stay in sunny California and enjoy every single day of you life, as if it would be your last one....

That all low lifes in the promised land aren't Israeli.

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This man saved the world many times over!

the guy identified as "Pal" perfectly exemplifies Yousef's point: Pal "threatens" Yousef with death, all the while ackowledging that the truth is of secondary importance to him. Cultural thuggery...

For all you "circle of violence" adherents, this man also saved countless Palestinian lives due to all the defensive battles that Israel didn't have to undertake.

he was a known terrorist and criminal. nor was he able or willing to control the islamists. what has any of this to do with dubai?

He is a traitor not a hero......didn't do it for money? Then how is he covering his expenses in California

May be I am alive because Mr. Yousef saved my life. May be Mr. Yousef saved people I love. Thank you.

So you see, Israel citizens owes their life to a palestianian.

Now, right here on this thread, what made you rant about Dubai!? That Israel screwed up? BIG? Come on Mark. If anything, on the contrary. Hamas is more and more revealed as a monster. The world will have no choice but to realise, sooner or later, the need to extirpate those murderers from the whole of humanity. Entirely. There is no choice according to what we read here. The alternative is disaster. And of course, I am awfully sorry about Shalit...but... And you? You better worry about Iran. But worry hard.

This type of thing in the press disgusts me. It can only lead to his death.

very nervous, hehe...

he had converted to christianity a decade ago and now lives in california. he has written a book. what has any of this to do with dubai?

saving lives is a blessing. saving lives while endangering your own is the ultimate sacrifice.

You are an extraordinary human being - May God watch over you always and protect you, like you protected us.

It is unbelievable when you consider how much personal risk he undertook, and still does, in order to save so many lives. Wow.

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i am very suprised that he did work for his enemy. does that make him the most unintelligent arab in the entire world? if true that he did work for his enemy, i have no doubt he should be officially identified as the most unintelligent arab to be alive.

...and Fatah leadership". To all the Jew haters and Israel bashers utilizing this site... Looks like you'll have to put the lid on this guy real soon!

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Not because of helping Shin Bet or turning his back on Hamas, but because he's a brainwashed Christian and for being in Israel propaganda informercials that are on my TV at like 3 in the morning. Stupid fool.

There's something fishy about this story....all this time and Hamas didn't have a clue? This is a group that even mistrusts its own inner circle, so how did this man gain all this alleged information? He was on Israel's payroll and he played the role for his own personal gain. He would point at some innocent guy and Israel would pay him. Do that enough times and you too can pack up your truck and move to Beverly "Hills that is".

Traitor to Palestine

... and to the Swedish foreign minister.

The $ is very strong. It can make people leave their families and even convert.

he's a kapo... plain and simple

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Mark, never hear from you when hamas and others kill civilians in israel. israel goes after the hamas leadership, not civilians, and this bothers you. doesn't israel have the right and the duty to take action against these killers. why no comment from you about the son of hamas who has saved many lives, probably many arabs as well as israeli.

isnt this guy putting himself in Danger? I salute him anyways THANK YOU

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Wow. You keep impressing me with your knowledge and insight. You seem to know all the facts on the killing in Dubai. Judge and jury. Do you know someone on the inside? Do you have access to all the facts and details of the case? Even those the Dubai & Massad don't even have? I bet you were there. What a guy. My hero.

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We wasted all this time capturing all these terrorist leaders, FOR NOTHING!!!! Now they will be released for Shalit after spending only a few moments in israeli jails, this is so ridiculous it shouldn't even be mentioned how he (yousef) helped us capture them!!!!!!!

True words Mr Yousef. I only hope the Israeli Govt listens to you.

If you want to do right and obey the Lord, follow Abraham's example. He was the rock from which you were chipped.

May G-d Bless you and Protect You

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Let Mosab Hassan Yousef go back to Ramallah and live the life of the average Palestinian, humiliated at the checkpoints, degraded as a potential terrorist everywhere he turns in Eretz Isroiel. I'm sure he's happy in sunny California where there is no IDF and no Shin Bet. Our country is not the Christian States of America, and (so far) there is no Christian Bureau of Investigation. Everyone lives here as equals under the law no matter their religion or origin. I don’t believe for a moment that he has not received any money. California is an ex-pensive place to live. Far from being a hero, Mosab is a foul opportunist. The Israelis may love him, but like the British attitude toward Benedict Arnold when he went there after betraying his countrymen, they will never trust him, or those like him.

How far might the fallout from Dubai go? Brigadier Sultan Abu al-Aynayn has been relieved of command in Lebanon and recalled to Ramallah. The winners in this turn of events flowing from the Dubai fiasco are Asbat an-Ansar Islamist extremist. This blow is a strike deep into the heart of Israeli intelligence. A casualty of Dubai.

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Mosab Hassan Yousef, the Lord certainly used you mightily to protect His people. God bless your courage and may He continue to use you to advance His kingdom and touch more lives to inspire others to be bold for His glory

he gave up his religion, his family, his people, his beliefs...this poor soul will never find peace

Finally, a man who can show the path to peace. He is broadcasting it loud and clear, do eduction in non violence, shame the leaders into violence free governing, and postpone all negotiations until the dignity of Palestine will be restored as good Muslim, Atheists, and Christians can display it. A few good Palestinian Jews should be welcome in Ramallah, Jenin, Hebron...too!

when getting to experience Jeshua, the Mashiah and filled with the holy spirit of the God of Avraham, Isaak and Jakov. God stills does wonders when you enable yourself to see them. Blessed are the ones choosen to serve and work on his eternal plan for the world as his tool.

Will Hamas try to eliminate this man ?

When will the fallout from Dubai end? And who in their right mind thinks that it bodes well for Israel that the burning of such networks as are being revealed in this article tell of? The Dubai assassination, an act against a single terrorist, has become a disaster for Israel. What an idiot Netanyahu. What a moron Lieberman. What a failure Barak. What a disaster for Israel.

Let Mosab Hassan Yousef go back to Ramallah and live the life of the average Palestinian, humiliated at the checkpoints, degraded as a potential terrorist everywhere he turns in Eretz Isroiel. Zionism tells a Palestinian child one thing above all else: you have no business being here. Imagine if that were America's attitude toward the Jews. I'm sure he's happy in sunny California where there is no IDF and no Shin Bet. Our country is not the Christian States of America, and (so far) there is no Christian Bureau of Investigation. Everyone lives here as equals under the law no matter their religion or origin. Far from being a hero, Mosab is a foul opportunist. The Israelis may love him, but like the British attitude toward Benedict Arnold, they will never trust him.

That boy dpilled his guts years ago, nice try to stir up more garbage sentiment against israelies

To all Israeli naysayers. It also proves Israel has no partner for peace. Islam won't allow it.

Does it matter? Does it make Hamas worse?

Pure psychological propaganda.I wonder if this guy will live to see his 33 birthday...if in fact everything in this story is true.

it's amazing what a person with a kind soul can do to help people. Thank G-D for this man!

'"Palestinians! They do not hesitate to massacre people in a mosque or to throw people from the 15th or 17th floor of a building, as they did during the coup in Gaza. The Israelis would never do such things.' Oh well. I guess he needs to tell himself something along those lines.

he deserves Arafats Nobel Prize...and the gratitude for the example he shows to the world of what evil Hamas is........

... and your family for your great service to Israel!

He's kinda like Mr. Worf or Spock (think about it)