Israeli Police and Shin Bet Arrest Man for Alleged Lebanese Intelligence Ties

Israeli police and the Shin Bet security agency announced the arrest of a 32-year-old man from Majd al-Krum on suspicion of security offenses, including communicating with a Lebanese entity and carrying out security tasks under its direction. The arrest was the result of a joint operation by the National Bureau for International Crime Fighting, Lahav 433, and the Shin Bet.

According to the investigation, the suspect was in contact with a Lebanese entity for several months and received instructions to perform security-related tasks. Investigators believe the suspect knew he was communicating with a Lebanese source and was acting on their directives. The specific nature of the tasks or any targeted locations were not detailed by the authorities.

Attempts were made to compensate the suspect through the purchase of products within Israel by the Lebanese entity, which were then transferred to him. The exact products and their value were not disclosed, nor were the specific tasks he was allegedly asked to perform.

The investigation, overseen by the Haifa District Public Prosecution, is expected to lead to an indictment against the suspect on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Authorities reiterated warnings to Israeli citizens against contacting entities from hostile countries or unknown groups, especially for performing tasks in exchange for money.

Security agencies stated that intelligence agencies and organizations designated as terrorist by Israel in hostile countries continue to attempt to recruit Israelis for security tasks, espionage, and terrorism-related activities within Israel, particularly during the ongoing war. Recruitment efforts are reportedly conducted via social media.

Police and the Shin Bet affirmed their commitment to uncovering and thwarting espionage and terrorism activities within Israel and taking measures to prevent any security operations that could endanger national security and its citizens.