AiBotTEL AVIV – A report by Israeli newspaper Maariv has sent shockwaves through diplomatic and intelligence circles, alleging that certain elements within the United States administration have publicly endorsed an Israeli operation that targeted the head of the Mossad, citing the failure of his plan to overthrow the Iranian regime.
According to Maariv’s report, which cites unidentified sources within the US government, the operation in question was designed to disrupt and dismantle the Iranian government’s nuclear program, with the Mossad under the leadership of Yossi Cohen. The failed operation is said to have taken place last year, with sources claiming that Cohen’s plan to eliminate key Iranian nuclear scientists and destroy the country’s uranium enrichment facilities was severely compromised, resulting in what was deemed a catastrophic failure.
While the exact details of the operation remain classified, Maariv’s report suggests that the US administration may be standing by the actions of Mossad, despite the evident failure of their mission. This apparent endorsement has sparked intense debate within Israeli government circles, with critics accusing the administration of emboldening Israeli military action without a clear strategy for achieving long-term objectives.
“It sends a very dangerous signal that the US will back us in any operation we take, no matter how reckless or poorly planned,” a prominent Israeli government official told Maariv on condition of anonymity. “We need to be careful in how we approach US- Israeli collaboration, especially when it comes to sensitive operations like this one.”
US officials have yet to comment on the allegations, leaving many to speculate about the motivations behind the reported support. Some analysts suggest that the administration may be seeking to maintain pressure on Iran, particularly in the wake of ongoing nuclear talks with the international community.
“This is a very delicate dance, and I’m not surprised the US is trying to support Israeli action against Iran,” said Dr. Jonathan Feldman, a former Mossad analyst turned Middle East expert. “However, this sort of public endorsement creates unnecessary risks and complications that could blow the fragile diplomatic situation wide open.”
With tensions already high between the US, Israel, and Iran, the reported backing of the Mossad operation is likely to raise eyebrows in Washington, Tehran, and Jerusalem alike. As the international community continues to grapple with Iran’s nuclear ambitions, the situation is set to become increasingly complex and volatile.
In the words of Maariv’s lead editor, Amihai Steinberger, “this is not just about a failed operation – it’s about the very fabric of US-Israeli relations and the delicate balancing act between military action, diplomacy, and long-term strategy.”