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Ex-Mossad Chief Details Iran Agent Protection, Hezbollah Pager Attacks

Former Mossad chief David Barnea disclosed details about Israeli operations, including a tactic to protect agents in Iran by releasing a video that led to mass arrests. He also described the tense moments before the 2024 pager attacks on Hezbollah, emphasizing efforts to minimize civilian casualties.

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Ex-Mossad Chief Details Iran Agent Protection, Hezbollah Pager Attacks
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What happened

  1. 01Former Mossad chief David Barnea revealed a tactic to protect agents in Iran by releasing a video causing mass arrests.
  2. 02Barnea described the tense minutes before the 2024 pager attacks on Hezbollah, emphasizing civilian casualty reduction.
  3. 03He claimed 4,500 people in Hezbollah's stronghold are living with missing limbs as a result of the operation.
  4. 04Barnea stated that Iran's 2024 direct attacks on Israel clarified Israel's understanding of Tehran's military capabilities.
  5. 05He asserted that 99.9% of Mossad agents remain unexposed, with some continuing to live in Tehran.

Barnea noted that Iran's direct attacks on Israel in 2024, while significant, ultimately clarified Israel's assessment of Tehran's military capabilities.

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