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Israeli Authorities Arrest American Citizen for Alleged Espionage for Iran

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Israeli Authorities Arrest American Citizen for Alleged Espionage for Iran
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By כיכר השבת, קובי רוזן

What happened

Israeli security forces arrested a 20-year-old American citizen in June for allegedly spying for Iranian intelligence by photographing sensitive sites and receiving payments. Prosecutors have formally charged him.

  • 01Israeli police and Shin Bet arrested a 20-year-old American in June for espionage.
  • 02The suspect communicated with Iranian intelligence operatives.
  • 03He documented and photographed sensitive Israeli sites.
  • 04He received payments of tens to hundreds of dollars for his tasks.
  • 05A prosecutor's statement has been submitted against the suspect.

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OrganizationsShin Bet, Israeli Police
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Israeli Authorities Arrest American Citizen for Alleged Espionage for Iran
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American Citizen Arrested in Israel for Alleged Espionage on Behalf of Iran
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American Citizen Arrested in Israel for Espionage on Behalf of Iran
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Israeli Authorities Charge Young American with Espionage for Iran
Channel 13Center · HebrewJun 30, 2026
Young American Arrested in Jerusalem for Spying for Iranian Intelligence
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