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Iranian Hackers Expose 600 Alleged Mossad Links Amid Protests

1/12/2026

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The Iranian hacker group Handala released information on 600 individuals allegedly linked to Mossad, claiming they incited unrest in Tehran.
Iranian authorities detained a Mossad spy.
Protests over economic issues have caused 217 deaths and calls for demonstrations against US and Israeli interference.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed evidence of foreign intervention, described the protests as a “terrorist war,” and promised to release further evidence soon.

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The Iranian hacker group Handala released information on 600 individuals allegedly linked to Mossad, claiming they incited unrest in Tehran.
Iranian authorities detained a Mossad spy.
Protests over economic issues have caused 217 deaths and calls for demonstrations against US and Israeli interference.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed evidence of foreign intervention, described the protests as a “terrorist war,” and promised to release further evidence soon.