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Israeli soldier charged with spying for Iran for cryptocurrency

Israeli military prosecutors on Thursday indicted a soldier who, according to intelligence agencies, spent about a year passing information to Iran about his unit, the army's readiness, and military facilities, receiving payment in cryptocurrency. The charges include transferring information to the enemy and contact with a foreign agent; the soldier, arrested in September, will remain in custody at least until November 12.

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Israel launches large-scale operation in the West Bank: Hebron and Halhul blockaded

The Israeli army and Shin Bet have launched a multi-day operation in Hebron following the October 23 attack on soldiers, in which two servicemen were killed. Hebron and Halhul have been placed under blockade, with exit allowed only through three checkpoints. Netanyahu said a terrorist attack had been prevented. The escalation came days before the October 27 parliamentary elections.

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