In a major security breach within Israel, seven Israeli citizens, charged with espionage for Iran, were allegedly compensated $300,000 to execute over 600 intelligence-gathering missions targeting Israeli military installations and other critical national sites. Among those detained last month were two teenagers and an IDF officer who had deserted his post.
Described by the Justice Ministry as one of the gravest security offences ever discovered in Israel, these activities took place during an extensive period of conflict involving multiple fronts against the country. This spy ring, led by 43-year-old Azis Nisanov and his deputy Alexander Sadykov, was reportedly operational for approximately two years. Based in the northern city of Haifa, they collaborated closely, executing tasks ranging from reconnaissance of Israeli air bases to photographing defense assets like the Iron Dome missile system, government buildings, and vital infrastructures including ports and power plants.
The espionage intensified, covering sensitive locations across Israel and even extended overseas with operations designed to photograph strategic sites in Cyprus. The covert operations also aimed at gathering information on Israeli and foreign entities, evidenced by the surveillance of university lecturers and sports venues.
This breach coincides with leaked US intelligence documents detailing Israeli military strategies against Iran, although there is no established connection to the spy ring.
In response to these allegations, Israeli security forces have apprehended several suspects, indicating the severity of the threat to national security posed by these espionage activities. The unfolding case continues to develop as authorities seek to mitigate any further risk to the nation’s security.
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