A satellite image published by Planet Labs showing the Nevatim air base in the Negev desert. (Credit: AFP)
While recent setbacks for the “Axis of Resistance” seem to reveal extensive Mossad infiltration within Hezbollah and Iran, Tehran has intensified efforts to escalate threats within the heart of Israel.According to Israel’s internal security agency, the Shin Bet, five Iranian spy cells have been dismantled in recent weeks. These networks included Palestinians but, notably, also Israeli citizens, some of whom are believed to have been working on behalf of Iran for several years.“Since Oct. 7, 2023, the intelligence war between Iran and Israel has intensified,” said Thomas Juneau, a professor at the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Ottawa. “While few details are publicly available, it is known that Tehran has ramped up its espionage operations in recent months, particularly to gather intelligence on...
While recent setbacks for the “Axis of Resistance” seem to reveal extensive Mossad infiltration within Hezbollah and Iran, Tehran has intensified efforts to escalate threats within the heart of Israel.According to Israel’s internal security agency, the Shin Bet, five Iranian spy cells have been dismantled in recent weeks. These networks included Palestinians but, notably, also Israeli citizens, some of whom are believed to have been working on behalf of Iran for several years.“Since Oct. 7, 2023, the intelligence war between Iran and Israel has intensified,” said Thomas Juneau, a professor at the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Ottawa. “While few details are publicly available, it is known that Tehran has ramped up its espionage operations in recent months, particularly to gather...