Mossad Officials Criticize Chief Roman Gofman Over Iran Regime Change Plan Failures

Senior figures within Mossad sharply criticized the agency's head, Roman Gofman, following reports that he dismissed two top officials responsible for a failed plan to overthrow the Iranian regime. The dismissed officials included the head of Mossad's intelligence directorate, appointed in December, and the head of the Iran division. These officials had developed the plan presented to then-US President Donald Trump but which was never implemented on the ground.

Sources within Mossad accused Gofman of quietly orchestrating the dismissals to avoid responsibility and shield Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They questioned who was responsible for persuading Trump and handling diplomatic challenges, implying Netanyahu and Gofman bore significant accountability. The dismissed female official was described as a highly respected figure who rose through the ranks and prevented numerous attacks against Israelis and Jews.

Critics said Gofman demands strict alignment with his approach, which they claim contradicts Mossad's culture. They suggested Gofman was acting on Netanyahu's instructions to distance the prime minister from the Iran plan's failure. Security sources noted the dismissals were part of a broader Mossad reorganization, and the officials might remain in other roles, but the message was clear. The two senior officers, whose contributions to national security were highly valued, are effectively being sidelined due to the failed Iran strategy.