Mossad agents reportedly embedded among Iranian protesters
January 12, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Columbia University Professor Claims Israeli Agents Infiltrate Iranian Protests
A professor at Columbia University has made a claim that Israeli agents are present among Iranian demonstrators. Hamid Dabashi, a scholar and expert on Middle Eastern studies, stated that Israel is allegedly infiltrating legitimate anti-government protests in Iran.
According to Dabashi, the presence of Israeli agents in these protests could be an attempt by Israel to shift attention away from its ongoing actions in Palestine. The professor’s statement suggests that Israel may be seeking to distract from its policies towards Palestinians.
Details of the alleged infiltration are not provided in Dabashi’s statement. However, it is reported that Mossad agents have been identified among Iranian protesters.
The situation in Iran remains complex and fluid, with various groups participating in anti-government protests. The involvement of Israeli agents, if true, would add a new layer of complexity to the already volatile situation.
It is worth noting that Dabashi’s claim has not been independently verified, and further information on this matter is needed to confirm or deny his statement.
Source: Al Jazeera