Israel Uncovers Iranian Terror Network Following Azerbaijan Attack
Israel has revealed the existence of a terror network organized by the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following Azerbaijan’s reported thwarting of a planned attack on the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline in March. The revelation comes amidst ongoing tensions between Azerbaijan and Iran. Azerbaijan’s State Security Service (DTX) initially reported the IRGC plot, which targeted multiple sites within the country, including the crucial energy infrastructure.
The incident occurred alongside reports of Iranian drone strikes against the Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan, resulting in injuries. According to a joint statement from Israeli intelligence agencies Mossad and Shin Bet, a cell operating under the direction of Mehdi Yeka-Dehqan, known as “The Doctor,” was actively gathering intelligence on targets. This operation involved surveillance, photography, and reportedly included the monitoring of Azeri nationals suspected of collecting intelligence on Israeli targets and military bases in Cyprus and Crete.
“This exposure, alongside strenuous intelligence investigation and operational activities on the ground, led to the uncovering of the secret terrorist network,” the agencies stated. The network’s activities were linked to attempts to compromise the baku area and the BTC pipeline. The investigation corroborates earlier claims made by the DTX.
The operation identified Yeka-Dehqan as the leader of the cell and highlighted the IRGC’s involvement in destabilizing activities within the region. Israel’s intelligence agencies have been working closely with iranian authorities to address these threats. The DTX has not yet commented on the findings.
Topics: #baku #israel #iranian
This highlights the ongoing tensions and potential threats to critical infrastructure in the region.