Israeli Strikes — Mossad Spy Slept With 120 Iranians to Steal Secrets

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian was injured during an Israeli missile strike on June 17 that targeted a meeting of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council last month, Iranian media reported on Sunday.

According to the report, the attack occurred shortly before noon on June 16 during a meeting, which was attended by top officials, including President Masoud Pezeshkian. During the attack, six bombs or missiles were launched at entry and exit points to block evacuation routes of the premises.

The report added that after the explosions, electricity was cut off. The Iranian officials managed to escape through a pre-designated emergency hatch. However, some officials, including the president, received minor injuries while evacuating the building.

They did try, yes, but they failed and as a true believer I nbelieve that it is in the hands of the God Almighty to determine when a person will die or will not die, Iranian president told US journalist Tucker Carlson in a rare interview.

The missile strike came during a 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel that began on June 13. Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian nuclear, military and civilian targets, reportedly killing at least 606 people and injuring 4,870 others, an Iranian Health Ministry spokesman said.

In response, Iran fired missile and drone attacks, killing 29 Israelis and injuring over 3,400, according to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
A U.S.-brokered ceasefire took effect on June 24. Neither side has confirmed the full scale of damage. Both have claimed victory. After the precision Israeli strike Iran accused an internal spy network. Reports identified Catherine (Katherine) Perez‑Shakdam—also known as Catherine Shakdam—as a key suspect. Iranian authorities allege she operated as a Mossad agent, and had built deep access within Iran's governing and religious elite over nearly a decade.

Who is Catherine (Katherine) Perez‑Shakdam

Born to a secular Jewish family in France, Shakdam converted first to Sunni and then to Shia Islam. She held advanced degrees in psychology, finance, and communications, and transitioned into journalism and strategic consulting. Since 2017, she wrote for Tehran-affiliated outlets such as Mashregh News, Tasnim News, Mehr News, and even the Supreme Leader’s site, Khamenei.ir—and interviewed former President Ebrahim Raisi. 
In June 2025, several media reports—including from Jfeed and News24—portrayed her as a “Mossad mole” who gathered intelligence within Iran, aiding Israel's pinpoint strikes on Iranian military installations. On July 11, 2025, former Iranian MP Mostafa Kavakebian publicly alleged that Shakdam had sexual relationships with over 120 senior Iranian officials, claiming her placements at religious gatherings and official circles enabled her infiltration . He spoke about this during a televised program.
Tehran’s prosecutor swiftly filed criminal charges against Kavakebian, accusing him of making unsupported, disruptive claims without presenting any evidence. Tehran has begun reshuffling its intelligence leadership. Several mid-level officers have reportedly been arrested.

Trump’s Threats

Twelve days before Iran’s confirmation, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that the U.S. could “easily hit” Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. He said he personally stopped Israel from killing him.
“We knew exactly where he was. We could’ve taken him out,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “But I said no. Let him live—for now.”

In separate statements, Trump warned Iran of further strikes and demanded “unconditional surrender.” He claimed U.S. missiles had “obliterated” three of Iran’s nuclear sites. He also mocked Iranian leadership, saying, “You got beat to hell.” Trump added: “I saved him [Khamenei] from a very ugly and ignominious death.”

Diplomatic Openings

Following the strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Iran formally suspended cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), halting inspections and monitoring under the Non-Proliferation Treaty.  However,  Iran’s foreign ministry said it remains open to talks. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said negotiations could resume if the U.S. guarantees no future attacks.
Ayatollah Khamenei appeared in public last week for the first time since the war. He said Iran had “prevailed,” but warned Israel and the U.S. not to mistake restraint for weakness.
Iranian hardliners have issued fresh religious rulings targeting Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The fatwas label both men as enemies of Islam.

By Atif Khan

Atif Khan is a journalist.