Israel tried to recruit ex-Iran President Ahmadinejad as spy: reports
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Israel reportedly attempted to recruit former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as a spy.
- The goal was to position Ahmadinejad to lead Iran instead of the current regime.
- Ahmadinejad is currently in the custody of the Revolutionary Guard's intelligence service.
Reports have emerged suggesting that Israel made attempts to recruit former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as a spy. The alleged objective was to prepare Ahmadinejad to take power in Iran, replacing the current leadership.
According to the reports, Ahmadinejad engaged in multiple conversations with Israeli agents. These interactions were reportedly part of an effort to cultivate him as an asset for future political maneuvering within Iran. The former president's alleged dealings with Israeli intelligence have surfaced while he is reportedly under the custody of the Revolutionary Guard's intelligence service.
The revelations, if true, shed light on complex geopolitical strategies and potential covert operations aimed at influencing political change in Iran. Ahmadinejad, a controversial figure known for his hardline stance and anti-Israel rhetoric, would represent a significant, albeit unexpected, target for foreign intelligence agencies.
Originally published by Clarรญn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.