Exclusive: Iran's Supreme Leader Warned Hezbollah Leader Before Assassination
By Samia Nakhoul and Laila Bassam
In a shocking turn of events, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned Hezbollah leader Syyed Hassan Nasrallah to flee Lebanon just days before he was tragically killed in an Israeli strike. Sources reveal deep concerns about Israeli infiltration within senior government ranks in Tehran, raising questions about the safety of key figures in the region.
Khamenei's urgent message to Nasrallah, delivered by a senior Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander, Brigadier General Abbas Nilforoushan, highlighted intelligence reports indicating potential Israeli operatives within Hezbollah and a looming threat to the leader's life. Tragically, both Nasrallah and Nilforoushan lost their lives in the Israeli attack.
In response to the devastating loss, Khamenei ordered a retaliatory missile strike on Israel, further escalating tensions in the region. The situation has cast a shadow of doubt over the future of Iran's Axis of Resistance alliance and raised concerns about the effectiveness of anti-Israel forces.
Analysis:
The assassination of Nasrallah has sent shockwaves through the region, with Iran grappling with the loss of a key ally and facing the reality of potential infiltrations within its own ranks. The fallout from these events could have far-reaching implications for regional stability and security.
The Biggest Intelligence Infiltration by Israel: Nasrallah's Assassination and Hezbollah's Security Concerns
In a shocking turn of events, Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, faced serious security concerns as Tehran warned of potential infiltrators within the ranks of the group. Despite pressure from Iran to relocate to a safer location in Iran, Nasrallah remained steadfast in Lebanon. High-level meetings in Tehran and a major investigation in Lebanon were conducted to ensure the safety of Hezbollah and its members.
The investigation, led by Sheikh Nabil Kaouk, aimed to purge Israeli spies within Hezbollah. However, the killing of Kaouk and other senior commanders in Israeli raids dealt a severe blow to the group. Reports indicate that hundreds of individuals were detained for questioning after the pager detonations, revealing the extent of the infiltration by Israel.
The Israeli offensive has left Hezbollah reeling, with fears of further attacks and the loss of trust within the organization. The group has refrained from appointing a successor to Nasrallah to avoid making them a target for assassination. Plans for a proper funeral for the fallen commanders are on hold until the conflict subsides.
The current situation highlights the vulnerability of even the most powerful organizations to intelligence infiltration and the devastating consequences it can have. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of security measures and vigilance in the face of external threats.