Mossad, Shin Bet, IDF announce joint bust of global Iranian terror network, including in Azerbaijan

In an unusual joint announcement, Israel's intelligence agencies – the Mossad and Shin Bet, alongside the IDF – have revealed the successful disruption of a worldwide Iranian terror network. This operation, which targeted Israeli officials and assets globally, marks a significant intelligence coup and a clear message to Tehran. The Jerusalem Post is highlighting this coordinated effort, emphasizing the unique aspect of this bust: the simultaneous elimination of the network's top leadership within Iran during the recent Israeli-US conflict.

This operation exposed the intricate workings of Unit 4000 of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Intelligence, managed by Rahman Moqadam, who was among those killed. The network was involved in smuggling explosive drones into Azerbaijan and gathering intelligence on various targets, including Israeli diplomatic missions, defense officials, and military installations. The foiled plots in Azerbaijan, which included targeting Israel's embassy in Baku and Jewish leaders, underscore the pervasive reach of Iranian-sponsored terrorism.

The joint statement, released some six weeks after Azerbaijan announced its own foiling of Iranian terror plots, suggests a strategic "victory lap" for the Israeli defense establishment. It also serves as a critical reminder to the United States and other nations involved in ongoing negotiations with Iran. By publicizing these findings, Israel aims to ensure that Iran's persistent sponsorship of global terror is not overlooked in diplomatic discussions. The involvement of the IDF in striking the handlers in Iran, while Mossad and Shin Bet operated in the field, represents a more integrated and effective approach to combating this threat, as detailed in The Jerusalem Post's reporting.

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prevented terrorist acts and intelligence operations in Azerbaijan organized by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).