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Israel Foils Iranian Spy Ring; Iran Retaliates with Arrests

7/7/2025

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Israel's security service has dismantled a major espionage ring, arresting over 30 citizens since April 2024 for spying on behalf of Iran. The Iranian intelligence agency lured recruits through anonymous messages, tasking them with photographing sensitive locations. In retaliation, Iran has detained over 700 alleged Israeli spies, with many facing secretive and brutal trials.

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Israel's security service has dismantled a major espionage ring, arresting over 30 citizens since April 2024 for spying on behalf of Iran. The Iranian intelligence agency lured recruits through anonymous messages, tasking them with photographing sensitive locations. In retaliation, Iran has detained over 700 alleged Israeli spies, with many facing secretive and brutal trials.