Israel announces foiling of Iran-directed cells in Syria

The Israeli army announced that in recent months, several cells operating under the direction of Iran’s “Quds Force” were dismantled in Syrian territory. These cells were reportedly planning operations against Israel.

Israel announces foiling of Iran-directed cells in Syria
12 September, 2025   17:48
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According to the Israeli military spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, the arrested individuals were transferred for investigation.

The statement highlighted that in March and April of this year, two field operatives from Unit 840—Zidan Al-Tawil and Mohammed Al-Karyan—were apprehended.

Additionally, other cells, reportedly led by Lebanese operatives including Qassem Salah Al-Husseini and Mohammed Shaib, were neutralized in Lebanon. These individuals had played a central role in smuggling weapons from Iran to the West Bank and northern regions.

The army noted that investigations revealed some operatives were unaware of the group they were working for and were sometimes recruited with financial incentives.

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