A Jerusalem man suspected of threatening the life of Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara will be released from detention on Friday, following a judge's decision to deny police requests for a longer remand. The suspect allegedly sought religious approval from former chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef to kill the attorney general, referencing a controversial religious decree historically cited in a political assassination. Police arrested the man after he delivered a letter expressing his intentions, and have seized electronic devices as part of their investigation. During the court hearing, the suspect's lawyer argued there was no real threat, citing his client's mental health history and lack of direct intent, while the judge acknowledged the potential for intimidation but ordered his release after an extra day in custody. The attorney general has recently faced criticism from government and religious leaders over her policies and actions.

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