The arrest reportedly took place earlier this week following weeks of surveillance. Officials allege that the student had been in contact with Iranian intelligence agents through encrypted communication platforms. The suspect was said to be gathering details about military sites, public infrastructure, and high-profile Israeli figures.
Sources within the security establishment revealed that the suspect was recruited through social media channels commonly used by Iranian operatives to identify and groom individuals with access to valuable information. Investigators are now examining whether the suspect acted alone or as part of a larger spy network operating in Israel.
Authorities have seized multiple electronic devices from the student, including laptops and smartphones, which are currently being analyzed for further evidence.
Israel’s internal security services say this arrest is a clear indication that Iran is intensifying its efforts to infiltrate and destabilize the country through espionage, even within academic institutions.
Officials have called on citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior, especially involving foreign contacts or unexplained interest in classified areas.
This latest development comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, following recent military escalations and cyberattacks believed to have originated from both sides.