Keep quiet ‘so we don’t go to jail’: the Israelis charged with bribery after suspicious bets placed on Iran strikes
🔴 Tension RisingThe Guardian2026-05-06
Israeli prosecutors have charged two individuals for allegedly profiting from betting on Iranian strikes through prediction markets. The suspects are accused of using classified information to wager on military operations on Polymarket, generating approximately $156,000 in profits. The case involves allegations of bribery and obstruction of justice, with court documents restricting the release of sensitive information.