Internal Turmoil at Mossad as Netanyahu and Gofman Clash Over Iran Operation

Senior figures within Mossad are expressing intense unrest following the dismissal of a key operation overseen by former military secretary Roman Gofman. Sources inside the agency claim that Gofman's removal was orchestrated to shift blame for the failed Iran operation and accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mossad leadership of making a politically motivated, "fearful" decision aimed at serving election interests.

One Mossad insider described the current atmosphere as one of "madness and tremendous agitation," emphasizing that the operation itself did not fail but was never executed due to lack of approval from then-US President Donald Trump. The responsibility for securing this approval rested with the Prime Minister and Gofman, who fully supported the plan at the time.

Another source criticized the Prime Minister for withholding support from Mossad operatives who have dedicated many years to Israel's security, calling the move cowardly. A former official highlighted the contradiction of Gofman, who as military secretary had backed the operation, now opposing it as Mossad chief.

This internal conflict highlights tensions within Israel's intelligence community amid ongoing concerns about Iran and the political pressures surrounding security decisions ahead of elections.