Mossad chief Barnea: Iran mission incomplete until it results in regime change

Mossad Director David Barnea has unequivocally stated that the Israeli spy agency's mission concerning Iran is far from over, asserting that it will not cease its efforts until the current Islamic regime is overthrown and replaced by a freer, less violent government. Speaking at a Holocaust ceremony, Barnea emphasized that the ultimate objective of regime change in Iran was always envisioned as a post-war endeavor, not an immediate outcome of the recent hostilities.

This public declaration directly addresses criticisms and allegations from various Israeli and American officials who have sought to blame the Mossad and Barnea for the perceived failure of regime change following the ceasefire. The Jerusalem Post has previously reported that the Mossad had clearly communicated to both top Israeli and American leadership that any potential regime change in Iran would realistically only materialize after the conclusion of the war, not amidst the fighting.

Barnea's remarks serve as a strong rebuttal to these accusations, refuting claims of failure or of misleading allies about the prospects of regime change. His statement reaffirms the Mossad's strategic long-term vision, indicating that while the war may have created more favorable initial conditions, significant and sustained efforts will be required to achieve the ultimate goal of replacing the Iranian regime. This stance underscores Israel's continued focus on fundamentally altering the political landscape in Iran.

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Our mission is not yet complete. We did not think that our mission would be completed immediately with the fading of the battles, but rather we planned, and [really] we planned to continue, and this will be manifested even after the time of attacks on Tehran.