Israeli intelligence chief's brother charged with smuggling cigarettes into Gaza
Summary
Israeli prosecutors have charged Bezalel Zini, the brother of Israel's intelligence chief, with smuggling cigarettes into Gaza. The charges include aiding the enemy, as it is believed that Hamas could benefit financially from the sale of these cigarettes. Zini's lawyers deny the charges, arguing that applying terrorism laws to the case is inappropriate.Key Facts
- Bezalel Zini is accused of smuggling 14 cartons of cigarettes into Gaza.
- The cigarettes could be sold at higher prices, benefiting Hamas financially.
- Zini has been charged with aiding the enemy, fraud, accepting a bribe, and tax offenses.
- He was arrested two weeks ago along with two other suspected accomplices.
- The smugglers reportedly disguised themselves as carrying out military duties to cross into Gaza.
- This case is part of a larger smuggling ring involving electronics and car parts into Gaza.
- The smuggling allegedly generated large profits for Hamas since the start of the war.
- Bezalel Zini is the brother of David Zini, the head of Israel's intelligence agency, Shin Bet, who is not under suspicion.
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