Israel has periodically surprised the international community with intelligence operations conducted deep behind enemy lines, raising intense concerns regarding the capabilities of modern information warfare. From the 1960 abduction of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann in Argentina to Operation "Wrath of God" following the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, the history of the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad, is described as a series of daring missions that defined the modern doctrine of covert operations.
New phase of secret warfare in recent years
Over the last two years, according to reports, Israel has dramatically intensified its covert activities, resulting—as claimed—in a renewed bolstering of its reputation within the intelligence community. Operations are cited that allegedly caused severe losses to Hezbollah in 2024, while even more recent actions are linked to operations against Iran, presented as highly sophisticated forms of hybrid warfare.
Operations within Iranian territory
According to the same reports, during the conflict of June 2025, Israeli agents allegedly established secret bases within Iran, from which drone and missile attacks were carried out against anti-aircraft defense systems. Before the Israeli Air Force conducted its airstrikes, Iran's first lines of defense had reportedly already sustained hits from networks of operational teams acting inside the country. According to information from the Eurasiantimes, prior to the outbreak of the conflict, more than 100 agents had penetrated Iran, while weapon systems and drones were allegedly transferred illegally to support operations.
Material leaks and operational imagery
A few months after the operations, Mossad reportedly published material showing agents operating on Iranian soil, a fact that triggered intense reactions.
Mass arrests and executions in Iran
Following the ceasefire, Iranian authorities proceeded with extensive security operations, announcing the arrests of approximately 21,000 suspects for sabotage. Police spokesperson Saeid Montazerolmahdi stated that there was a significant increase in citizen reports, which led to the mass arrests. Simultaneously, executions of individuals accused of espionage were also reported.
New allegations of operations within Iran in 2026
In 2026, Iranian sources claimed that Israel continued to operate secret networks within the country, utilizing warehouses and operational infrastructure for drone attacks in regions and countries friendly to Tehran, such as Azerbaijan and Turkey. These operations are attributed to a deep network of agents and infrastructure that, according to the same sources, had already been established on Iranian territory.
Secret military base in Iraq
Concurrently, reports mention the existence of a secret Israeli military base in Iraq, which was allegedly used for operations against Iran without the knowledge of the Iraqi government. According to information citing American sources, this base included special forces and infrastructure to support air operations, as well as search and rescue teams for potentially downed Israeli aircraft.
Iraqi reactions and diplomatic crisis
Iraqi authorities reported that a military mission sent to inspect the area came under air strikes, resulting in the death of one soldier. Senior Commander Qais Al-Muhammadawi characterized the operation as "uncoordinated and unauthorized," while Baghdad proceeded with an official complaint to the United Nations.
Diplomatic friction and US involvement
Although Iraqi reports initially attributed responsibility for the strikes to foreign forces, it was later clarified that the United States was not involved in the operation. The incident sparked intense debate in Arabic media, with speculation regarding the identity of the perpetrators.
Strategic importance of the base
The secret base in Iraq reportedly played a decisive role in Israel's ability to operate deep within Iran, which is located over 1,000 miles from Israeli borders. Its geographical position allows, according to the same reports, for the reduction of the distance required for large-scale air operations.
Operational capabilities and military support
Israel possesses a limited fleet of aerial refueling tankers, a fact that makes—according to analyses—forward bases critical for maintaining sustained operations. During the operations, extensive air raids were carried out against targets in Iran, reinforcing the image of a multi-layered support network.
Official positions and indications of operations
While Israel has not officially confirmed the reports, statements from high-ranking Israeli Air Force officers, such as Tomer Bar, have hinted that "special missions" of high operational significance are being conducted.
The new form of secret warfare
These reports describe an operational environment where intelligence services, drone technology, and underground bases combine into a new model of hybrid warfare. In this context, Mossad activity is presented as a factor redefining the boundaries of covert operations in high-intensity environments in the Middle East.
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