Eight individuals in Iran allegedly linked to Israel's Mossad intelligence service have been apprehended.

In a series of recent executions, Iran has put to death eight individuals, including nuclear scientist Rouzbeh Vadi, for allegedly passing information to Israel during a conflict earlier this year.

According to state media, Iranian police arrested as many as 21,000 "suspects" during the 12-day war with Israel. The nature of their suspected activities was not specified, but it has been reported that the arrested individuals are accused of providing information to the Mossad, Israel's intelligence agency, during the conflict. Allegedly, they received specialized training from Mossad via online platforms.

The executions have raised concerns from human rights groups, who accuse Iran of using espionage charges and fast-tracked executions as tools for broader political repression. The arrests occurred during Israel's air war on Iran in June, when Iranian nuclear facilities and top military commanders were attacked, resulting in civilian casualties.

Materials for making launchers, bombs, explosives, and booby traps were seized during the arrests, suggesting these individuals may have played a significant role in the conflict.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have arrested eight individuals suspected of transmitting sensitive site coordinates and military figure details to Israel's Mossad. In response, Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Israeli military sites, infrastructure, and cities.

The United States entered the conflict on June 22, launching strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Deadly Israeli strikes have been conducted during an advance push to take Gaza City.

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The exact names of all eight individuals executed are not fully detailed in the available sources, which note at least 800 executions since early 2025 with many political and ethnic minority prisoners among them. Rouzbeh Vadi was hanged on August 9.

This escalation of violence and executions has raised questions about the future of relations between Iran and Israel, as well as the broader geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. As the situation continues to unfold, it is crucial that all parties involved prioritise dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for human rights.