Titi is accused of exploiting his access to medical centers across Israel to pass sensitive intelligence to his Iranian handler, including information about hospitals\u2019 preparedness in emergency situations.<\/p>\n
During a visit by Herzog and Smotrich to Nahariya\u2019s Galilee Medical Center, the accused allegedly reached out to his handler on his own initiative, notifying him of their appearance at the hospital.<\/p>\n
He sent a photo of Herzog and his entourage to the Iranian agent, prosecutors said.<\/p>\n
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