Former Mossad Chief Reveals Multiple Visits to Iran's Fordow Nuclear Site

Yossi Cohen, former head of Mossad, disclosed at the Galilee Conference that he visited Iran's Fordow nuclear enrichment site multiple times to better understand the facility. The Fordow site, located in a mountainous area, was targeted by the Israeli Air Force during Operation 'With the Lion.' The Islamic Republic's Atomic Energy Organization reported only limited damage from the attack, stating that much of the equipment and materials had already been removed, minimizing the impact and preventing significant contamination.

A deputy head and spokesperson for the Atomic Energy Organization, Behrouz Kamalvandi, explained that the main damage at Fordow was confined to a few areas, with most of the facility underground, resulting in only minor internal leaks that did not spread externally. Additionally, the Natanz enrichment complex sustained damage primarily to its upper sections. Kamalvandi also noted minor damage at the Isfahan nuclear site but confirmed there were no casualties from the strikes. He emphasized that damaged facilities have been rebuilt to a much higher standard.

These revelations provide insight into Israel's intelligence operations and the ongoing tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program. The disclosures come amid continued international scrutiny of Iran's nuclear capabilities and Israel's efforts to counter them.