MANAMA: Bahraini intelligence authorities have arrested an Indian telecommunications engineer on allegations of passing sensitive information to Israel’s intelligence agency.

According to preliminary reports, the suspect — identified as Nitin Mohan — was detained for allegedly transmitting geospatial data, photographs and video reconnaissance of strategic locations to Mossad.

Officials say the information reportedly included site imagery and operationally sensitive details that could assist foreign intelligence services in conducting analysis or targeting assessments.

Investigation Underway

The Ministry of Interior Bahrain confirmed the arrest but has not released detailed information about the technical aspects of the investigation.

Authorities have also not disclosed:

the specific locations involved

the nature of the sensitive infrastructure allegedly monitored

whether additional individuals are under investigation

Security Concerns

Analysts say such cases typically involve the transmission of strategic infrastructure data, which may include communication networks, military sites or critical facilities.

Officials indicated that further details may be released once the investigation progresses.

The case has drawn attention amid heightened regional security concerns and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.