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Iranian Hackers Target Ex-PM Bennett's iPhone in Bold Operation

12/18/2025

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Iranian hackers known as the Handala group claim they hacked former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s iPhone 13.
They dubbed the operation "Operation Octopus" and released alleged documents including Israeli officials’ contacts and internal memos.
Bennett, who left office in June 2022, is preparing a political comeback with a new party called Bennett 2026.
Polls suggest Bennett 2026 could become a leading force in the Knesset.

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Story summary

Iranian hackers known as the Handala group claim they hacked former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s iPhone 13.
They dubbed the operation "Operation Octopus" and released alleged documents including Israeli officials’ contacts and internal memos.
Bennett, who left office in June 2022, is preparing a political comeback with a new party called Bennett 2026.
Polls suggest Bennett 2026 could become a leading force in the Knesset.