Euronews reported that Israel’s success in a recent 12-day conflict with Iran stemmed from years of meticulous covert operations. The Mossad and the Israeli Air Force carried out a series of strikes and intelligence missions that were remarkable in both scale and precision. While the operations might sound like science fiction, they were coldly calculated and executed with deadly accuracy.
Key findings of the investigation
1. Intelligence at the heart of the enemy
Since 2016, Israeli Air Force pilots have reportedly flown discreet missions into Iranian airspace, gathering highly precise intelligence. Each flight carried significant risk, including the possibility of detection or destruction.
2. Specialized operatives
The Mossad is said to have recruited and trained multiple teams of Iranian opposition members. These operatives were prepared for rapid, covert strikes against high-value targets.
3. Neutralizing strategic defenses
By systematically disabling air defense systems, Israel was able to operate with minimal losses, giving its forces greater freedom in the skies.
4. Covert delivery of advanced weaponry
Modern weapons and drones were reportedly transported secretly across borders and stored in hidden locations, ready for deployment when needed.
5. Targeted elimination of key figures
Specific individuals involved in nuclear technology were reportedly neutralized in highly controlled operations, based on intelligence gathered by local agents.
6. Deceptive cyber operations
Israeli cyber units allegedly created false orders to lure high-ranking officials into vulnerable positions, where they could be neutralized with precision strikes.
All of these operations were reportedly carried out using local agents, without Israeli forces crossing the border into Iran. Yet the impact of these covert actions was felt in every strike.