Israeli police and the Shin Bet said they arrested an Ashkelon resident, 37-year-old Amir Malka, on suspicion of spying for Iran over several months, allegedly earning several thousand dollars.

He was detained last month in a joint probe by Jerusalem District detectives and the Shin Bet; police did not detail the alleged espionage.

Malka is to be indicted in the Beersheba District Court.

The agencies said they are intensifying efforts to deter Israelis from spying for Iran following the 12-day war in June, with the Shin Bet working with municipalities.

Bat Yam Mayor Tzvika Brot this week urged residents who contacted Iranian agents to come forward, implying leniency.