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Shin Bet Arrests Three Israelis, Including Elimelech Stern, for Allegedly Spying for Iran

Jul 16, 2024, 11:40 AM

Israeli intelligence agencies have arrested three Israeli citizens on suspicion of spying for Iran, as reported by Times Of Israel. The suspects were allegedly recruited by Iranian intelligence agents through a Telegram account operated by an individual posing as 'Anna Elena'. One of the suspects, a 21-year-old from Beit Shemesh named Elimelech Stern, reportedly carried out various tasks, including hanging posters and planting money, in exchange for payment. The arrests were part of a joint operation by the Shin Bet and the National Unit for International Investigations (YAHBAL) in Lahav 433. Charges have been filed against one of the suspects for contact with a foreign agent. The Shin Bet disclosed details of the arrests, according to GLZRadio.