Turkey Arrests 46 People on Suspicion of Working for Mossad

Turkey has detained 46 individuals, including several foreigners, on suspicion of collaborating with the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad, announced the Istanbul Prosecutor General's Office.

The arrests are part of an operation targeting individuals believed to be engaged in activities aimed at foreigners.

As of now, 33 of the suspects have been taken into custody, with the rest expected to be arrested soon, according to official statements. The arrests took place in eight different locations as part of an investigation into suspicions of espionage for Israel. The suspects reportedly declared in Jerusalem a plan to target senior Hamas officials worldwide, raising concerns as Istanbul is known to be a significant hub for Hamas activities.

Turkish authorities assert that their investigation has uncovered an Israeli intelligence plot to harm foreign citizens in Turkey, encompassing intelligence gathering and an alleged intent to eliminate or kidnap individuals. This revelation has prompted increased security measures and a closer examination of potential threats within the country.

Notably, the Turkish Intelligence Agency (MİT) is reported to be actively aligning with the objectives outlined by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The agency is suspected of providing relevant intelligence and dedicated protection to senior Hamas officials operating in Turkey. Currently led by Ebrahim Kalin, the former spokesman for Erdogan, the agency's previous head, Hakan Fidan, now serves as the Foreign Minister.