Iran's President Blames Foreign Interference for Protests, Alleges Israeli and US Involvement.
President Masoud Pezeshkian has shifted focus away from Iran's struggling economy and suppression of dissent to its long-standing geopolitical adversaries, Israel and the United States. He claims that the same individuals who launched a surprise attack on the country during the recent 12-day war with Israel are now orchestrating the unrest across the nation.
Pezeshkian specifically pointed fingers at foreign intelligence agencies, stating that they have trained people both inside and outside the country to fuel the economic discussion. The president also accused those responsible of attacking a bazaar in Rasht city and setting mosques on fire.
Meanwhile, Israeli far-right Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu has revealed that Israel's military presence is still active on Iranian soil, claiming that they have agents operating in the country. Although he stopped short of stating that Israel aims to bring down the regime, his comments suggest a clear intent to undermine Iran's stability.
Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo also acknowledged the involvement of Israeli agents in Iran, even wishing "Happy New Year" to Iranian protesters while addressing Mossad agents operating alongside them.
Israel's long history of covert operations within Iran suggests that its intelligence agency has been involved in various aspects of Iranian politics for years, including assassinations and sabotage of nuclear projects.
Experts say Iran's internal divisions have created an opportunity for foreign security services to infiltrate the country. Defence analyst Hamze Attar believes Israeli agents are likely active in Iran at this moment, working to escalate the protests and provide protesters with essential resources such as internet access.
President Masoud Pezeshkian has shifted focus away from Iran's struggling economy and suppression of dissent to its long-standing geopolitical adversaries, Israel and the United States. He claims that the same individuals who launched a surprise attack on the country during the recent 12-day war with Israel are now orchestrating the unrest across the nation.
Pezeshkian specifically pointed fingers at foreign intelligence agencies, stating that they have trained people both inside and outside the country to fuel the economic discussion. The president also accused those responsible of attacking a bazaar in Rasht city and setting mosques on fire.
Meanwhile, Israeli far-right Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu has revealed that Israel's military presence is still active on Iranian soil, claiming that they have agents operating in the country. Although he stopped short of stating that Israel aims to bring down the regime, his comments suggest a clear intent to undermine Iran's stability.
Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo also acknowledged the involvement of Israeli agents in Iran, even wishing "Happy New Year" to Iranian protesters while addressing Mossad agents operating alongside them.
Israel's long history of covert operations within Iran suggests that its intelligence agency has been involved in various aspects of Iranian politics for years, including assassinations and sabotage of nuclear projects.
Experts say Iran's internal divisions have created an opportunity for foreign security services to infiltrate the country. Defence analyst Hamze Attar believes Israeli agents are likely active in Iran at this moment, working to escalate the protests and provide protesters with essential resources such as internet access.