Israeli Arab Suspected of Spying for Iran, Facing Charges
Translated & summarized from Makan by baba
Israeli police and the Shin Bet arrested Wissam Ghaleb Saleh Awad from Al-Mazra'a on suspicion of spying for Iran. He allegedly photographed strategic sites and military bases for Iranian intelligence. Prosecutors will indict Awad and seek his continued detention. The suspect reportedly contacted Iranian handlers independently via Telegram, motivated by ideology and revenge.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Wissam Ghaleb Saleh Awad was arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran.
- He allegedly photographed strategic facilities and military bases for Iranian intelligence.
- Prosecutors will file an indictment against Awad and seek his detention.
- The suspect reportedly contacted Iranian handlers independently via Telegram.
- Awad's actions were reportedly motivated by ideology and revenge, not money.
- He expressed sympathy for Hezbollah and other terror organizations.
Israeli police and the Shin Bet security agency announced Monday the arrest of Wissam Ghaleb Saleh Awad, a resident of the northern town of Al-Mazra'a. He is suspected of spying for Iranian intelligence by photographing strategic facilities, military bases, and police stations, and gathering intelligence on them. A joint statement from the police and Shin Bet indicated that prosecutors would file an indictment against Awad on Monday morning at the Haifa Magistrate's Court and request his detention until the legal proceedings are complete. The arrest followed a joint investigation by the Shin Bet and the Asher District Police's Central Unit, with participation from other security bodies. Forces raided Awad's home, confiscating mobile phones and computers. Investigations revealed that Awad initiated contact with Iranian entities himself via the Telegram app, offering his services for ideological reasons and revenge, without demanding payment. He also expressed sympathy for terror organizations, including Hezbollah.
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