Handala Hackers: Telegram Account Compromise of Israeli Officials
In December 2025, the Iranian-linked group Handala claimed dramatic breaches of Israeli officials’ mobile devices. However, forensic analysis shows the reality was narrower: Telegram account compromises, not full device takeovers. What Actually Happened Targets claimed: Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett (iPhone 13). Israeli Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman. Data leaked: Contact lists,…


















