JAKARTA - Israeli authorities announced on Thursday that they had arrested a 22-year-old Israeli man for allegedly spying for Iran, and preparing explosives to kill an "important figure."
In a joint statement, the Israeli Police and the Shin Bet security agency said Ami Gaidrov was arrested in March in Haifa for allegedly being in contact with an Iranian agent since August 2025 and carrying out various tasks in exchange for large sums of money, quoted from Anadolu (10/4).
The statement said Gaidrov allegedly agreed to make explosives to target a "high-profile figure," without specifying the target.
Further, investigators say Gaidrov documented his activities with photos and videos sent to his agents as proof of execution.
During his contacts with Iranian agents, he also shared details with acquaintances and helped them buy raw materials for explosives, which led to the detention of other Israelis for interrogation, the statement said.
Authorities added that the investigation found they helped in the procurement of materials, hid explosives, and conducted tests to assess their effectiveness.
Police said Gaidrov also received instructions during the war with Iran to provide images of the Haifa port and missile launch sites in northern Israel.
He is suspected of receiving more than 70,000 shekels (about $22,600) via a digital wallet for his activities, according to the statement.
Authorities said charges are expected to be filed against him and others in the coming days.
In recent years, Israeli authorities have announced the arrest of dozens of Israelis suspected of spying for Iran, which has not commented publicly on the claims.
On the other hand, regional tensions have escalated since the US and Israel launched a joint attack on Iran on February 28, killing more than 3,000 people, including then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran has retaliated with drone and missile attacks targeting Israel as well as Jordan, Iraq and Gulf states hosting US military assets.
On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran aimed at paving the way for a final deal to end the conflict.
The two countries are scheduled to resume direct ceasefire talks on Friday or Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan.
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