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Israeli couple arrested in Montenegro with espionage equipment

Ynetnews • September 26, 2026

Alexander (31) and Alexandra (42) Kruglyansky, holders of Israeli and Russian citizenship, were arrested this week at Tivat Airport in Montenegro after allegedly attempting to board a flight to Israel with 26,210 euros and approximately 1,150 shekels, undeclared electronic equipment and materials suspected to be drugs. Local authorities reported that among the confiscated equipment were also devices used for surveillance and espionage, as well as communication equipment. The two are suspected of smuggling and money laundering offenses, and their detention was extended by one month. No formal charges have been filed linking the two to any espionage activity.

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Russian-Israeli Couple Arrested in Montenegro with Surveillance Equipment On September 23, 2026, Aleksandar Mikhailovich Kruglyansky (31) and Aleksandra Kruglyanska (42) were arrested at Tivat Airport in Montenegro while attempting to board a flight to Tel Aviv. They were found with 19 suitcases containing undeclared electronic surveillance equipment, €26,210, and 1,150 Israeli shekels. The equipment included a GPS tracker with a microphone, a radio signal detector, and surveillance cameras. Following their arrest, Montenegrin police searched properties in Budva and Bar, uncovering approximately €1 million in cash and additional surveillance equipment. The couple is suspected of smuggling and money laundering, but no formal espionage charges have been filed. Their detention has been extended for further investigation, which involves international intelligence collaboration. The investigation aims to determine the origin of the funds and the intended use of the surveillance equipment. 3 sources 40

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