Iran has announced the execution of Mohammadamin Shayesteh, a man convicted of collaborating with Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad. The semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Monday that Shayesteh, who was arrested in late 2023, was accused of leading a “cyber-team affiliated with Mossad.” His death sentence followed a conviction for espionage and actions deemed to be against Iran’s national security. The execution was carried out after the completion of all judicial procedures, though Tasnim did not specify the exact date or location.

This execution underscores Iran's long-standing stance against perceived foreign interference and espionage, particularly from Israel, which it considers a primary adversary. The Islamic Republic has a history of accusing individuals of spying for external powers, with such cases rarely accompanied by detailed public evidence. However, executions for espionage-related charges have become increasingly frequent amidst heightened tensions with Israel.

The timing of Shayesteh’s execution is particularly significant, coming shortly after a series of reported U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. These incidents have further escalated an already volatile situation in the region. Iranian officials have consistently vowed retaliation for such actions, while also accusing Israel and its allies of engaging in covert operations and acts of sabotage within Iranian territory. This latest execution serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing clandestine conflict and the severe penalties imposed by Iran on those accused of undermining its security.