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Serious Espionage Case: Two Ashkelon Residents Arrested, Charged with Missions for Iranian Intelligence

In a joint operation by YAHBAL Lahav 433 and the Shin Bet, Ashkelon residents Tarmilan Amushkov and Alina Kushnirko were arrested in July 2026 on suspicion of maintaining contact with an Iranian agent and carrying out espionage missions for him in exchange for payment in digital currencies.

Sinai Staff

Aug 6, 2026·10:46

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