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Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad Appears Publicly Amid Espionage Allegations

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First reported by Walla · 16 hours ago

What happened

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad appeared publicly in Tehran after rumors of his detention, following a New York Times report alleging he was a Mossad asset. His office denied the claims, calling them psychological warfare.

  • 01Mahmoud Ahmadinejad appeared on Iranian state TV after weeks of rumored detention by Revolutionary Guards.
  • 02His appearance followed a New York Times report alleging Mossad cultivated him as a covert asset.
  • 03The report claimed Mossad planned to install him as Iran's leader after regime change.
  • 04Ahmadinejad's office denied all espionage allegations, calling them psychological warfare.
  • 05This is his second public appearance since February, raising questions about his role amid regional tensions.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew23 minutes ago
Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad Appears Publicly Amid Espionage Allegations
WallaCenter · Hebrew16 hours ago
Iran Releases New Footage of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Amid Arrest Rumors

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