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New Mossad Chief Gofman Launches Review, Reassesses Iran Strategy

6/23/2026

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Roman Gofman launched an organization-wide review that began with personnel reshuffles and added five external advisers.
Gofman assumed the Mossad director role on June 2, 2026 after defeating a High Court petition and now holds director powers.
Gofman removed the deputy chief appointed by David Barnea and promoted a fifteen-year Mossad officer, sparking seniority debate.
Gofman said he will reassess Iran-focused operations, including a halted Kurdish support plan, while continuing anti-delegitimization efforts.

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Story summary

Roman Gofman launched an organization-wide review that began with personnel reshuffles and added five external advisers.
Gofman assumed the Mossad director role on June 2, 2026 after defeating a High Court petition and now holds director powers.
Gofman removed the deputy chief appointed by David Barnea and promoted a fifteen-year Mossad officer, sparking seniority debate.
Gofman said he will reassess Iran-focused operations, including a halted Kurdish support plan, while continuing anti-delegitimization efforts.