IDF Soldier Charged With Spying for Iran, Leaking Interceptor Details
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
An Israeli soldier has been indicted for allegedly spying for Iran, passing sensitive military information including details about interceptors and bases. The soldier reportedly communicated with Iranian intelligence for a year, receiving cryptocurrency payments. The handler also allegedly attempted to recruit other soldiers and discussed plans for encrypted communication and a cover story. The soldier's detention was extended until November 12, 2026.
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- An IDF soldier faces charges for allegedly spying for Iran and leaking sensitive military intelligence.
- The soldier reportedly provided details on military bases, interceptors, and unit readiness to Iranian handlers.
- The alleged espionage lasted for about a year, with payments made in cryptocurrency.
- The handler also attempted to recruit other soldiers and discussed encrypted communications.
- The soldier's detention has been extended by a military court until November 12, 2026.
The Shin Bet security agency and police have revealed that a military prosecution has filed an indictment against an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldier. The soldier is accused of severe security offenses, including passing information to the enemy with the intent to harm state security, providing intelligence for the benefit of the enemy, and contact with a foreign agent.
During the investigation, it was discovered that the soldier had been in contact with Iranian intelligence officials for approximately one year. During this period, the soldier allegedly transmitted sensitive information about his unit's military activities, including readiness statuses and call-ups within the IDF, and personal details related to his deployment during the "Lion's Roar" war. The soldier was aware of the Iranian handler's identity and received payment in cryptocurrency for his services.
Further details revealed that the soldier provided information on military bases and their coordinates, and photographed interceptors, military vehicles, and American refueling planes stationed at an Israeli airport. The soldier also shared details about colleagues and commanders, with the intention that the handler would attempt to recruit them for espionage. Additionally, the soldier passed on a Telegram group, "Kal Be'kerav," intended for future recruits, which the handler had joined.
The handler reportedly instructed the soldier to install malicious communication apps for encrypted calls and suggested acquiring a "dumb" phone and a weapon. The two also agreed on using codes for conversations and creating a cover story in case of discovery. The soldier was also offered $200,000 to travel to Iran.
The soldier's detention has been extended by a military court until November 12, 2026.
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