Daniel Kitov, an Israeli citizen and resident of Petah Tikva, has been charged in connection with an Iranian espionage plot following his arrest by security services earlier this month, the Times of Israel reports.
Kitov stands accused of acting on behalf of Tehran’s agents, including commiting pro-regime and pro-Hamas vandalism.
He allegedly daubed buildings in his home city with Hamas’ red triangle symbol and messages praising the former Supreme Leader of Iran Ruhollah Khomeini in exchange for $7,000 from his Iranian handlers.
Police also reported that his alleged contacts, who are said to have been Iranian operatives, urged him to take photos of military infrastructure and the home of Shin Bet’s director Ronen Bar.
