Max Weifer to travel to Sydney to testify in anti-Israeli threat case

Israeli content creator Max Weifer has announced he will travel to Australia to testify in the trial of two former healthcare workers in Sydney who allegedly threatened to kill Israelis in a video. On Sunday, Weifer stated on Instagram that he is concerned for his safety due to threats received and has requested additional security support for the duration of his stay. Last week, an Australian appeals court ruled that the video, in which Ahmad 'Rashad' Nader and Sarah Abulibdeh allegedly threaten Israelis, is admissible as evidence. In the footage, Weifer engaged the pair in conversation; after identifying himself as Israeli, he was met with remarks about killing Israelis and refusing to treat Israeli patients. Weifer noted that the original video has been viewed millions of times and he has now been formally subpoenaed to testify in person. He expects to stay in Australia for approximately one week at the end of this month. He stated that Australian authorities are covering the costs of his flights, meals, hotel, police transport, and security presence at the court, for which he expressed his gratitude. However, Weifer noted that he has received numerous threats over the past year due to his public profile. He added that because his name and face are widely recognised, and in light of recent events in Australia and what he described as a global rise in antisemitism, he is unwilling to take risks regarding his personal safety. He has appealed to the Australian Jewish community, community leaders, official Jewish organisations, community security groups, and licensed security firms to assist in providing additional protection. Weifer emphasised that this security must be professional, legal, and coordinated with the New South Wales Police, covering him from his arrival until his departure, except when he is under official police protection. Weifer confirmed he will travel to Australia at the end of the month to testify and answer all questions honestly. He stated his goal is for the truth to be heard and for justice to be served, leaving the final decision to the court. In the video, published about a year ago, Nader told Weifer he would be killed and go to 'hell' after learning he was Israeli. Abulibdeh claimed Palestine was her country and threatened that Weifer would experience the 'ugliest death'. The pair also suggested they would refuse to treat Israeli patients in hospitals and would kill them. Following the video's release, both individuals, who were nurses at the time, were suspended from their professional duties. Weifer concluded his message by expressing hope for a safe trip and the phrase 'the people of Israel live'.