Chabad emissary in Abu Dhabi missing, feared kidnapped or murdered

Rabbi Kogan, who was missing since Thursday, was reportedly being followed by Iranian intelligence.

By Vered Weiss, World Israel News

Chabad emissary to Abu Dhabi, Rabbi Zvi Kogan, is confirmed missing and feared kidnapped and possibly murdered, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.

Rabbi Kogan, who was missing since Thursday, was reportedly being followed by Iranian intelligence.

The incident is being investigated by the Mossad and United Arab Emirates intelligence agencies.

“Zvi Kogan, an Israeli-Moldovan citizen and Chabad emissary residing in the United Arab Emirates, has been missing since Thursday afternoon (November 21, 2024),” the PMO wrote.

The statement continued, “Following his disappearance and based on information suggesting a possible terror incident, a thorough investigation has been initiated in the country.”

“Israeli intelligence and security agencies are working relentlessly out of concern for the safety and well-being of Zvi Kogan,” the PMO continued.

The Prime Minister’s Office also highlighted that the National Security Council had previously issued a Level 3 travel warning (moderate threat) for the United Arab Emirates, urging against non-essential travel and recommending increased precautions for those currently in the country.

There is growing concern that Rabbi Kogan might have been abducted or murdered by terrorists.

Kogan’s family told Channel 12 they had not heard from him since Thursday.

According to Israeli intelligence, there is some indication that Rabbi Kogan may have been monitored by Iran shortly before and up to the time of his disappearance.

This is a developing story.

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