Iran’s Khuzestan Prosecutor’s Office announced on Friday the arrest of 54 individuals accused of espionage and subversive activities allegedly connected to Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad.
According to a report by Iran’s Fars News Agency, the detainees were involved in gathering intelligence for Israel, supporting enemy operations, spreading anti-regime propaganda, and disseminating false information and rumors aimed at undermining the country’s internal and psychological security.
The arrests come amid escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel. Tensions erupted on June 13 when Israel launched airstrikes on multiple Iranian sites, including key military and nuclear facilities. In response, Tehran retaliated with missile strikes on Israeli territories.
Israeli authorities have reported at least 25 deaths and hundreds of injuries resulting from Iran`s missile attacks since the conflict began. On the other hand, Iranian media sources claim that Israeli strikes have killed 639 people and injured more than 1,300 across Iran.
The situation remains highly volatile as both sides continue to exchange fire.
