The police and Shin Bet security service say they arrested a 16-year-old boy this month for allegedly carrying out activities harming Israel’s security for Iran in exchange for money.
Authorities say in a statement that the boy, a resident of the Judean foothills area, was asked by his Iranian handlers to purchase a new phone and download an application where they could communicate.
The suspect carried out tasks including hiding money, photographing certain locations, printing fliers and burning pages with writings condemning Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
According to the statement, the suspect continued his activities even after informing the authorities he was in contact with the Iranian agents.
Police say that when the suspect went on a trip abroad, the agents suggested holding a meeting, but they do not confirm if such a meeting took place.
Iran has managed to recruit several Israelis over the past year to conduct various activities, including printing flyers, arson, and even the attempted assassination of senior officials.
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