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Financial Times: The 'Digital Mat' Behind the Operation Against Khamenei

Published March 3, 2026, 09:11
Financial Times: The 'Digital Mat' Behind the Operation Against Khamenei

An extensive report by the Financial Times reveals details of a complex intelligence operation aimed at eliminating Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. The operation, allegedly carried out by Israel with US support, combined cyberattacks, artificial intelligence, and human penetration. Israeli intelligence agencies reportedly gained access to the entire network of traffic cameras in Tehran, analyzing the movements of the Ayatollah's security guards. Simultaneously, coordinated disruption of communications took place in the Iranian capital during the attack, aiming to prevent early warning to the security team. A CIA source within the Iranian leader's inner circle also played a crucial role, confirming the location and time of a critical meeting. This operation is presented as an example of the modern form of warfare, where the battle is largely fought in cyberspace and intelligence networks. So far, there has been no official confirmation from Iranian authorities or from the US and Israel.