Shin Bet foils attempt to recruit Israeli for Iranian intel

Tel Aviv resident, 27, arrested for allegedly carrying out sensitive missions for Iranian intelligence, including documenting public officials' homes and military bases.

The spies among us: processing the incomprehensible

A spate of cases of has Israelis shaking their heads with disbelief and disgust. What should we do? Opinion.

France:

Iran sanctions hinge on release of our detainees

France warns it may reimpose sanctions on Iran if two detained French nationals are not released. The pair are charged with spying for Israel’s Mossad, allegations Paris rejects.

Two Tiberias residents indicted for spying for Iran

Yoni Segal and Nahorai Mizrahi passed sensitive information to Iran and attempted espionage, including plans to assassinate a senior Israeli figure, indictment reveals.

Tehran accuses detained French citizens of spying for Israel

Two French citizens, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, detained for over three years in Iran, now face charges of "spying" for Israel's Mossad, "conspiracy to overthrow the regime," and "corruption on earth."

Danish man arrested for spying on Berlin Jews for Iran

Danish citizen allegedly aiding Iranian intelligence in plotting attacks on Jewish targets in Berlin to be extradited to Germany.

Couple from Raanana arrested for spying for Iran

Detectives from the Central District Police have arrested a married couple from Ra’anana on suspicion of espionage against the State of Israel on behalf of Iran.

Three Israelis arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran

Shin Bet and police arrest 3 Israelis in separate cases on suspicion of carrying out missions for Iranian agents that could harm state security.

Court bans publication of security-related police investigation

The Ashkelon Magistrates Court has issued an order forbidding publication of any details of a new security investigation, including anything that might identify the suspects.

Ben-Gurion University student arrested for aiding Iran

Israeli forces arrested a student from Ben-Gurion University, a resident of Deir al-Asad, who carried out tasks directed by Iranians.

Documented sensitive targets

Tel Aviv resident arrested for spying for Iran

27-year-old Tel Aviv man arrested in a joint Shin Bet and police investigation on suspicion of working for a hostile Iranian entity, including photographing the homes of public officials and military bases.

Amidst The War:

Two Israelis arrested on suspicion of espionage for Iran

Israeli forces arrested two Israeli citizens on suspicion of carrying out missions for Iran in recent days that were intended to harm state security.

How Iran recruited a Hasidic agent

New details have been cleared for publication on how Iran persuaded a Vizhnitz Hasid to carry out a series of espionage tasks.

Iranian agent in eastern Jerusalem arrested

The ISA and the Israel Police uncovered a suspect from eastern Jerusalem who was allegedly working on behalf of Iran.

'Unfair trial'

Iran executes man on charges of spying for Israel

Iran executes Pedram Madani, 41, convicted of spying for Israel, despite pleas from his family and activists who cited an unfair trial. Madani is the second man executed on such charges in two months.

Israeli teen indicted for contact with Iranian terror operatives

16-year-old from central Israel arrested after allegedly executing tasks for Iranian agents, including arson and espionage-related activities.

Ten years in prison for man accused of spying for Iran

Moti Maman, who was convicted of contact with a foreign agent after meeting with intelligence officials in Iran, has been given a lengthy prison sentence.

Hamas claims:

'We uncovered Israeli espionage equipment'

Hamas's internal security apparatus assesses that the IDF is using drones to plant espionage devices in displaced persons' camps.

Ex-FAA contractor pleads guilty to spying for Iran

Abouzar Rahmati, who previously served in the IRGC, pleaded guilty to spying for Iran from 2017-2024, giving Iran hundreds of gigabytes of data on US aviation and solar energy industries.

Hamas claims:

'We executed Israeli agent recruited at the Erez crossing'

Hamas’ internal security apparatus claims that several suspects were recently arrested for providing information to Israeli intelligence, and espionage equipment was seized.

Edward Yusufov, southern resident who spied for Iran, is indicted

Netivot resident Edward Yusufov, 65, indicted after carrying out surveillance and photography tasks.

Another spy caught:

Resident of southern Israel photographed sensitive sites for Iran

Edward Yusufov, aged 65 from Netivot, allegedly photographed IDF bases, the Haifa Port, the Haifa oil refineries, and the Nuclear Research Center for his Iranian handler.

Hamas claims:

'We exposed Shin Bet source who collected info on military wing'

Hamas' internal security apparatus, responsible for thwarting espionage attempts, announces capture of a Palestinian Arab who transmitted information to Israel.

Be'er Sheva resident contacted Iranians' offered intel on Dimona

Doron Buchovza suspected of contacting Iran and passing on security information, including intelligence on Israel's main nuclear facility, in exchange for money.

UK soldier sentenced to 14 years in prison for spying for Iran

Daniel Khalife, a former British soldier, was sentenced to 14 years and three months for attempting to spy for Iran. He claimed to be a double agent, intending to protect UK interests.

Iranian espionage

Two reserve soldiers suspected of espionage for Iran

ISA, Israel Police, arrest two Israeli citizens suspected of carrying out tasks for Iran; one of the suspects passed his operator confidential information obtained during his military service.

Hamas executes alleged 'collaborators' with Israel

Video posted to Telegram and which cannot be independently verified reportedly shows Hamas terrorists executing several individuals accused of being “collaborators” with Israel in the Gaza Strip.

Isawiya resident who reached out to Hezbollah arrested

Israel Police and ISA arrest Jerusalem Arab who contacted sources in Hezbollah and other terror groups, photographed sensitive locations.

Petah Tikva resident accused of spying for foreign power

29-year-old suspect accused of photographing area near home of MK Benny Gantz, setting multiple vehicles on fire, and writing graffiti with name of Iranian spy operation.

Jerusalem resident charged with spying for Iran

Suspect charged with documenting targets for Iran, including attempting to determine the identities of the residents of buildings, and with attempting to purchase weapons.

Indictment filed:

Resident of Nazareth passed information to Hezbollah during war

Mohammed Sa'adi, 19 years old from Nazareth, reached out to Hezbollah asking to join their ranks as a fighter, offered Hezbollah-affiliated news outlet information, photos, and videos.

Tel Aviv District Court extends suspected spy's detention

A Tel Aviv court has extended the detention of Asher Benjamin Weiss, accused of espionage for Iran. During the hearing, Weiss expressed his love for the country, denied the allegations, and complained about prison conditions.

Iranian spy network exposed in the Golan Heights

Father and son, residents of the Druze village of Mas'ada, gathered intelligence on IDF operations in the area on behalf of Iran's Quds Force.

Report:

Nevatim base commander targeted by Iran for assassination

Iranian opposition media reports the target of the cell of 7 Azeri-Israelis who were arrested for spying for Iran is a high ranking general and air force commander.

Expert explains:

How Iran recruits agents in Israel

Researcher Beni Sabti explains how Israelis are convinced to supply intelligence to an enemy power.

'I was worried they'd hurt me'

New details emerge on haredi man charged with spying for Iran

Asher Binyamin Weiss recounts: 'They told me to find them more people, and that I would receive 20% of the profits the new person would earn. They were always asking that we find more and more people to carry out their tasks.'

For three years:

Israeli couple from Lod operated on behalf of Iran

Refael and Lala Goliev of Lod arrested after operating on behalf of Iran, collecting intelligence on national infrastructure, security sites, and following an academic; payment reached an estimated $26,000.

Bnei Brak resident followed nuclear scientist - to help Iran

Asher Binyamin Weiss acted as an agent for Iran, received over $25,000 in payment.

Indictment:

How espionage squad worked for Iran

The defendants carried out hundreds of tasks of photographing bases, including Nevatim, Ramat David, Tel Nof, and Palmachim Air Force bases, as well as Meron and Mitzpe Ramon.

Community rabbi outraged:

'Blood libel against 80,000 Azerbaijanis'

Azerbaijan’s rabbi shocked by security affair, says his country is 'the most friendly country to Israel.'

Suspected of espionage:

'They didn't do it for the money - solely to harm Israel'

The seven suspects of espionage all admitted: 'They didn't do it for the money, the motive was solely to harm Israel's security.'

Report:

The ingenious design and hidden weakness of the exploding pagers

The pagers that exploded in the possession of thousands of Hezbollah operatives were designed to avoid even X-ray detection, but further steps had to be taken beyond the design, Reuters reports.

Iran arrests 12 people for 'collaborating with Israel'

Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim the 12 alleged spies planned acts against Iran's security.

Report:

IDF officer accused of espionage had psych exam by Zoom

An IDF officer accused of serious espionage in a security case was reportedly psychiatrically examined only through a Zoom call.

Hasid accused of ties to Iran broke down during investigation

Elimelech Stern of Beit Shemesh admits during Shin Bet investigations that he was in contact with Iranian agents, 'I failed big time.'

Shin Bet discloses:

'This is how Israelis are recruited for Iran-backed missions'

Three Israeli citizens arrested in last two weeks on suspicion of performing security activities directed by Iranian intelligence officials.

Today's message from the Spies

There is a strong message in this week’s Torah portion and it is the call to return home, to make Aliyah.

Report:

Russian ship spying on Israel's new submarine

Russia may be spying on the INS Drakon during its sea trials, new report reveals.

Russia sets date for trial of US reporter Evan Gershkovich

Espionage trial of detained Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich will be held behind closed doors starting June 26.

US rejects Houthi claims on detained 'American spies'

State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller rejects claims by Houthi rebels that detained local US mission staff in Yemen are part of an “American-Israeli spy network”.

Houthis claim:

'We arrested an American-Israeli spy network'

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim the alleged spy network had first operated out of the US Embassy in Sanaa and then continued operating under the cover of international and UN organizations.

Fear of espionage:

Amsterdam removes Chinese-made security cameras

The City of Amsterdam announced that it will gradually remove the city's 1,280 Chinese-made security cameras for fear that the Chinese government is spying on them.

How Iranian agent tricked IDF soldier into providing intelligence

An Iranian agent posed as a woman and received photos of Iron Dome batteries from a soldier who served as a truck driver. The soldier was sent to prison for 10 days.

Otzma Yehudit MK:

'Supreme Court should publish the name of the spy'

MK Almog Cohen claims to have found the name of an IDF soldier caught releasing highly sensitive information at the beginning of the war, but the Supreme Court still refuses to allow the spy's name to be made public.

Attack on military facility:

Iran executes alleged 'Mossad agent'

Iran’s judiciary says it executed a “terrorist” over a 2023 drone attack that targeted a defense ministry site in Isfahan.

Hamas arrests alleged 'collaborators' with Israel

Hamas claims it arrested group of Palestinian Arabs who sought to collect intelligence in Gaza after October 7 massacre.

Iran executes 'Israeli Mossad spy'

Iran says it executed alleged “Israeli spy” who was involved in releasing classified information.

Unveiling the stealthy intrusion: Iran's espionage in US policy

This includes academic and scientific centers, commercial institutions, Islamic organizations, think tanks, and gov't media outlets. Op-ed.

Lebanon:

Arrest warrants for two Russians suspected of spying for Israel

Two Russian citizens suspected of spying for Israel referred to investigative military judge in Lebanon.

Lebanon claims:

'We busted a network of Israeli spies'

Lebanese security services say they caught two Israeli spies at the Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport.