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Israeli Sentenced to Seven Years for Spying for Iranian Intelligence
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By אלי קליין
First reported by N12 · Jul 30, 2026
What happened
Artyom Zolotarev, an Israeli citizen, was sentenced to seven years for spying and sabotage for Iranian intelligence, including graffiti and arson acts in northern Israel for payment.
- 01Israeli Artyom Zolotarev sentenced to seven years for spying for Iran.
- 02He conducted espionage and sabotage missions in northern Israel for thousands of dollars.
- 03Zolotarev committed graffiti vandalism and vehicle arson in Nazareth, Haifa, and Migdal HaEmek.
- 04He documented his acts and sent evidence to Iranian intelligence handlers.
- 05He received $2,800 in cryptocurrency for his activities.
- 06Additional penalties include a suspended sentence, fines, and compensation payments.
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