Israeli court sentences Iranian-directed operative to 13 years for arson, surveillance

Alexander Granovsky, a Petah Tikva resident, was sentenced to 13 years for carrying out Iranian intelligence missions over two weeks, including documenting energy facilities and arson near Gantz's home. Four Jerusalem residents were also convicted of security offenses for an Iranian entity, including throwing a grenade. This marks continued Iranian efforts to recruit Israeli civilians for sabotage and intelligence gathering, with courts imposing severe sentences to deter further activity.