Inside the ‘Spy Wing’ for Israelis Suspected of Spying for Iran

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For the first time, Israel has set up a special wing for spies, mostly immigrants from the former Soviet Union, accused of espionage and ties to Iranian intelligence. The prosecution says it won't seek the death penalty but has rejected proposals for plea bargains. Defense lawyers argue that their clients were merely tempted by easy money for taking a few photographs and are not ‘master spies.’ While the courts deliberate, a special Shin Bet unit (General Security Service) is working to stem the tide – including a youth outreach campaign. A special Shomrim report: Behind the scenes of Iranian espionage in Israel.