Israeli Citizen Charged With Espionage for Iran, Motivated by Revenge
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
An Israeli citizen, Wisam Galeeb Saleh Awad, is facing serious charges including contact with a foreign agent and endangering state security. He allegedly initiated contact with Iranian intelligence, motivated by revenge and identification with Hezbollah, and was tasked with photographing strategic sites. Awad's detention will be extended until the end of proceedings, as security agencies vow zero tolerance for such actions.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Wisam Galeeb Saleh Awad, an Israeli citizen, faces charges for espionage for Iran.
- Awad allegedly acted out of revenge and identification with Hezbollah.
- He was tasked with photographing strategic facilities and military bases.
- Awad initiated contact with Iranian intelligence via Telegram.
- He sought no financial reward, acting on ideological motives.
- Security agencies vow zero tolerance for citizens aiding Iran.
An indictment is set to be filed against Wisam Galeeb Saleh Awad, an Israeli citizen residing in Mazra'a, who is accused of contact with a foreign agent and carrying out missions detrimental to state security. The indictment, brought by the Haifa District Prosecutor's Office, will also include a request to extend Awad's detention until the conclusion of legal proceedings. The investigation, a joint effort by the Shin Bet and the central unit of the Asher region, began last month. During the operation, investigators raided Awad's home, arrested him, and seized mobile phones and computers he used.
Evidence indicates that Awad initiated contact with Iranian intelligence via the Telegram app. Unlike typical cases, he did not seek financial compensation, offering his services solely for ideological reasons, driven by a desire for revenge and identification with terrorist organizations like Hezbollah. Following the initial contact, he was tasked with gathering intelligence, including photographing strategic facilities, military bases, and police stations. Awad then transmitted these documents, along with precise coordinates, to his handlers for future use.
Both the police and the Shin Bet emphasized the severity with which they view any involvement of Israeli citizens in activities that endanger national security. They stated that security agencies will continue to act decisively, collaboratively, and with zero tolerance to thwart and prosecute any individual acting on behalf of Iran and terrorist organizations.
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