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Israeli Reservist Indicted for Betting on War Insights

3/28/2026

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An Israeli Air Force reservist has been indicted for using classified information to bet on the Polymarket prediction platform during the 2025 war with Iran.
He allegedly shared air-strike timing with a civilian accomplice, contributing to winnings over $162,000.
The two men face charges including bribery and obstruction of justice.
The Israeli Defense Forces said no operational harm occurred, though they view the case seriously.

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Story summary

An Israeli Air Force reservist has been indicted for using classified information to bet on the Polymarket prediction platform during the 2025 war with Iran.
He allegedly shared air-strike timing with a civilian accomplice, contributing to winnings over $162,000.
The two men face charges including bribery and obstruction of justice.
The Israeli Defense Forces said no operational harm occurred, though they view the case seriously.