IsraelNazareth, Haifa, Israel
Israeli woman arrested for spying for Iran
Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 12:47 UTC · 1 source
Israel's Shin Bet domestic security service has arrested an Israeli woman from Nazareth on suspicion of espionage for Iran. The suspect is accused of carrying out multiple security-related missions over a period of time, including photographing IDF military bases, security checkpoints, and oil refineries in the Haifa area. She is alleged to have conducted this espionage activity in exchange for cash payments from Iranian intelligence operatives. The case highlights ongoing Iranian intelligence efforts to recruit assets within Israel.
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Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 12:47 UTC · First reported: 4h ago