The Egyptian newspaper El-Wafd, associated with the opposition Waft party, reported that Egyptian security forces have arrested a spy ring suspected of working for Israel.

According to reports, Egyptian security forces are currently investigating the suspected spies, most of whom have worked for the Egyptian media. Investigators say that most members bugged international calls, especially calls made by clerks in sensitive locations and also directed calls to Israel. According to reports, the suspected have admitted they underwent training in Israel.