Fraud

Histadrut corruption probe: Judge blocks extension of restrictions on union chairman

Arnon Bar-David, the longtime chairman of Israel’s largest labor federation, became the central figure in a sweeping corruption investigation that came to light in November. 

Arnon Ben Dor, Chairman of the Histadrut, visits in the Northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona., June 27, 2024.
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Mexican authorities extradite Roy Cuzin to Israel in UTrade investor fraud case

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Tel Aviv court for criminal trial, June 3, 2025.

How will revoking fraud, breach of trust offenses change Netanyahu's trial? - explainer

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a 40 signatures debate, at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on January 5, 2026.

Coalition advances bill repealing fraud, breach of trust offenses amid Netanyahu trial


Israeli private investigator loses extradition fight over US 'hack and leak' charges

Amit Forlit, 57, is facing charges of wire fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and computer hacking relating to his alleged targeting of environmental activists.

 ExxonMobil logo is seen in this illustration taken, October 6, 2023.

George Santos sentenced to more than 7 years in prison

Santos pleaded guilty last August to two of the 23 criminal counts he faced for inflating fundraising numbers and faking donor names to qualify for financial support from the Republican Party.

 US Representative George Santos (R-NY) walks to a vote on Capitol Hill in Washington, US, January 12, 2023.

Twelve arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and extortion

The suspects reportedly used threats against the victims’ families, carried out shooting incidents, and even attempted to murder one of the victims.

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Israel arrests five for stealing millions from public war funds for evacuees

In total, it is believed the five individuals misappropriated tens of millions of shekels.

 An illustrative image of evacuees and US dollars

Nearly half of Israelis have fallen victim to online scams - study

The Israel Internet Association stressed that the findings highlight the urgent need to raise awareness and promote individual responsibility among users.

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Woman pleads guilty of attempting to defraud Elvis Presley's family of Graceland estate

The woman was accused of using a fake company, forged documents and false court filings to carry out the scheme.

How can you keep yourself safe from phishing scams? (illustrative)

ATM fraud spree: Bulgarian tourist indicted for stealing from Bank Leumi customers

Indictments have been filed against a Bulgarian tourist for defrauding Bank Leumi ATMs, as well as an Israeli resident for similar actions.

Israelis walk past a branch of Bank Leumi in Tel Aviv

Significant increase of fraud, cyberattacks against Israelis amid Israel-Hamas war - study

"Cyberattack and harassment attempts against civilians have increased by tens of percent over the past year," said VP of Community and Social Affairs Edan Ring.

 Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram apps are seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021

The rising threat of financial fraud: Reconsider your approach to email security - opinion

Investing in the right email security measures can help businesses prevent costly cyber incidents and safeguard financial well-being.

How can you keep yourself safe from phishing scams? (illustrative)

Jewish Voice for Peace to pay over $600,000 to settle COVID-19 loan fraud allegation

JVP will be paying twice the amount it received for a $338,817 second-draw loan under the Paycheck Protection Act Program.

MEMBERS of Jewish Voice for Peace demonstrate in New York in 2015. (Courtesy)