Israeli Citizen Charged with Espionage for Iran

Elimelech Stern, 21, allegedly recruited through social media to carry out tasks including delivering threats and hiding money.

Stern was contacted by Iranian intelligence via Telegram and offered cryptocurrency for tasks.
He was asked to deliver packages with severed animal heads and threatening messages to Israeli citizens.
Authorities arrested Stern and two recruits in a joint operation by Shin Bet and Israel Police.
The suspects were involved in activities meant to intimidate and destabilize Israeli society.
Officials warn the public to be cautious of fraudulent social media profiles used by foreign agents.