Israeli prosecutors have charged two Israeli Air Force technicians accused of spying for Iran. According to Israel’s public broadcaster KAN News, the suspects—both stationed at Tel Nof Airbase—are alleged to have passed classified material during “Operation Roaring Lion.” The two worked on F-15 fighter jets, among Israel’s most advanced aircraft, and are suspected of handing over sensitive engine schematics along with prohibited images of a flight instructor, in violation of strict military censorship rules.

Investigators say the pair were also tasked with collecting information on senior Israeli figures, including former IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Authorities are weighing whether to elevate charges against one of the suspects from espionage to treason, a significantly more severe offense under Israeli law. The case is being handled in coordination with the Shin Bet, which has taken a leading role in interrogations and damage assessment.

The fallout appears to extend beyond the two primary suspects. As many as eight additional soldiers at the base are under investigation for allegedly knowing about the activity and failing to report it.

In the immediate aftermath, the base commander—a brigadier general whose identity remains classified—convened personnel for an urgent security briefing. During the session, he disclosed that he had been summoned by the Shin Bet to account for the incident, signaling the seriousness with which Israeli authorities are treating the breach.

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